Placing a pillow under the knee after some vascular procedures without order
NCLEX-RN glossary · Pharmacological And Parenteral Therapies
Definition
An incorrect positioning maneuver following vascular or femoral-access procedures where a pillow is placed in the popliteal space.
Placing a pillow under the knee after some vascular procedures without order in plain English
This action causes vessel occlusion and venous stasis, significantly increasing the risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and graft failure. The main trap is prioritizing patient comfort with knee flexion while ignoring the severe threat it poses to limb perfusion and vascular patency.
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