[Expert Solution]: Today 0700: Received change of shift report

Today 0700: Received change of shift report. Client is 2 days postoperative following a hysterectomy and they have not yet ambulated with physical therapy due to significant postoperative pain. Per change of shift report, pain medications have been adjusted and pain has improved. Client currently reports pain level as 2 on a scale of 0 to 10. 0900: Ambulating in hallway with the assistance of physical therapy. 1000: Return to bed with siderails up x 2, but not wearing sequential compression devices because they “hurt too much.” Applied antiembolism stockings. 1400: Client notified nurse that right leg is warm and painful. Assessment reveals unilateral right lower extremity swelling and warmth below the knee. Provider notified.