Check VS, especially BP Explain to patient the treatment rationale 1. Screen the patient for contraindications 1. 2. 3. 4. Check for precautions 1. 2. 3. 4. Perform LGM Position the patient correctly 1. Administer IPC correctly 4 3 2 1 Apply stockinette/bandage to affected extremity Apply sleeve correctly Position the affected extremity correctly 1. 2. 3. Instruct the patient on sensation and safety 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Parameter 4 3 2 1 Inflation/Deflation time/ratio 1. Maximum inflation pressure (mmHg) 1. Duration (hours) 1. Check BP and patient comfort every 10 minutes After IPC, Perform correctly 4 3 2 1 Perform LGM Apply bandage or compression garment Check VS, especially BP Perform aftercare of PT equipment