Question

A 70-year-old man with COPD and ischemic heart disease is planning to travel by air. He asks about the risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE). According to Canadian prevention guidelines, which measure is recommended to reduce his VTE risk during long-haul flights?

Accepted Answer

Frequent ambulation, calf exercises, and adequate hydration

Answer

Routine prophylactic low-molecular-weight heparin injections for all travellers

Answer

Wearing tight tourniquets on legs

Answer

Taking aspirin specifically to prevent VTE

Answer

No preventive measures are recommended for anyone

Practice question

A 70-year-old man with COPD and ischemic heart disease is planning to travel by air. He asks about the risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE). According to Canadian prevention guidelines, which measure is recommended to reduce his VTE risk during long-haul flights?