Ati lpn med surg cardiac exam
Ati lpn med surg cardiac exam ( 33 Questions)
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has peripheral vascular disease (PVD). The nurse should recognize that which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
"I will avoid crossing my legs at the knees." Crossing the legs can restrict blood flow and should be avoided in PVD.
"I will use a thermometer to check the temperature of my bath water." Due to reduced sensation, checking the water temperature can prevent burns.
"I will not go barefoot." Going barefoot increases the risk of injury or infection, especially with impaired circulation.
"I will wear stockings with elastic tops." Stockings with tight elastic tops can restrict blood flow, worsening symptoms in PVD.
A. "I will avoid crossing my legs at the knees." Crossing the legs can restrict blood flow and should be avoided in PVD.
B. "I will use a thermometer to check the temperature of my bath water." Due to reduced sensation, checking the water temperature can prevent burns.
C. "I will not go barefoot." Going barefoot increases the risk of injury or infection, especially with impaired circulation.
D. "I will wear stockings with elastic tops." Stockings with tight elastic tops can restrict blood flow, worsening symptoms in PVD.