The patient is immobilized after undergoing hip replacement surgery. Which finding will alert the nurse to monitor for hemorrhage in this patient?

A) Thick, tenacious pulmonary secretions
B) Low-molecular-weight heparin doses
C) SCDs wrapped around the legs
D) Elastic stockings (TED hose)

Hemorrhage

Excessive bleeding or blood loss, either internally or externally.

Low-molecular-weight Heparin

A medication used to prevent and treat blood clots, characterized by its lower molecular weight compared to standard heparin, resulting in more predictable effects.

SCDs

Sequential Compression Devices; medical devices used to promote blood flow in the legs by applying sequential pressure.