When intermittent pneumatic compression devices are prescribed, they should be applied and functioning:

When intermittent pneumatic compression devices are prescribed, they should be applied and functioning:

• A. after the administration of regional or general anesthesia
• B. before the administration of regional or general anesthesia
• C. before the patient arrives in the operating or procedure room
• D. after the patient arrives in the operating or procedure room

Answer: (B)