Part II: Thrombophlebitis  A 56-year-old-patient calls the office requesting an appointment for a problem with his left leg

Part II: Thrombophlebitis 

A 56-year-old-patient calls the office requesting an appointment for a problem with his left leg. Responding to your questions about the problem, he relates that he has swelling in the lower left leg, as well as pain. He also tells you that the area of the leg is quite warm and tender to the touch. As you review his chart, you note that he had abdominal surgery 10 days ago. 

1. Recalling office protocol, what do you do about scheduling this patient? 

2. What signs would you anticipate the patient having?

3. After reviewing thrombophlebitis, what treatment would you anticipate?

4. What type of patient teaching can be done to prevent thrombophlebitis?