Which statement about TED hose usage is correct?

Which statement about TED hose usage is correct?

• A. They should be applied after getting the resident out of bed
• B. They should be applied during meals
• C. They should be applied before getting the resident out of bed
• D. They are optional for all residents

Answer: (C)

TED hose help push blood back toward the heart and prevent pooling in the legs, reducing the risk of deep vein thrombosis and edema for people who are not fully mobile. The correct approach is to apply them before getting the resident out of bed. Doing this in bed ensures proper placement, smooths out any wrinkles, and minimizes the risk of falls or discomfort during transfers. Applying them after the resident is already out of bed makes the process harder and can compromise safety and effectiveness. They’re not optional for all residents, and meals are not a special time for applying them unless otherwise directed by a clinician.

TED hose help push blood back toward the heart and prevent pooling in the legs, reducing the risk of deep vein thrombosis and edema for people who are not fully mobile. The correct approach is to apply them before getting the resident out of bed. Doing this in bed ensures proper placement, smooths out any wrinkles, and minimizes the risk of falls or discomfort during transfers. Applying them after the resident is already out of bed makes the process harder and can compromise safety and effectiveness. They’re not optional for all residents, and meals are not a special time for applying them unless otherwise directed by a clinician.