Tantalising TED Stockings

A nurse measuring a patient's leg for TED stockings in a clinical setting, with measuring tape, clipboard, and medical charts present in the background.

Measuring TED Stockings Quiz

Test your knowledge on the proper procedures for measuring patients for TED stockings. This quiz is designed for healthcare professionals and students looking to enhance their understanding of best practices in patient care.

  • Learn the correct measurement techniques
  • Understand the equipment needed
  • Ensure patients receive appropriately sized stockings
5 Questions1 MinutesCreated by MeasuringNurse42
What are the first steps in measuring a patient for TED stockings? (3 Answers)
Gain consent
Appropriate equipment
Sterilize area
Explain procedure
What equipment is needed to measure for TED stockings?
Ruler
Your hands
Tape measure
None gage size with your eyes
When measuring a patients leg length for below the knee stockings, where do u measure up to?
Crease of the knee
Buttock
Calf
Above the knee
When measuring the calf area, where does the tape measure go?
Above the calf muscle
Below the calf muscle
On the thickest part of the muscle
None of the above
How do you know what is the correct size of stockings for the patient?
Gage it by looking at the patients leg
Compare measurements gained from patient against size chart
Someone has told you the size they think
First set that's in the cupboard
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