Ati lpn med surg cardiac exam
Ati lpn med surg cardiac exam ( 33 Questions)
Following admission, a client with a vascular occlusion of the right lower extremity calls the nurse and reports difficulty sleeping because of cold feet. Which of the following nursing actions should the nurse take to promote the client's comfort?
Obtain a pair of slipper socks for the client. Slipper socks can provide warmth without applying direct heat, which is safer for clients with impaired circulation.
Increase the client's oral fluid intake. Increasing fluids does not directly address cold feet and may be contraindicated depending on the client’s condition.
Rub the client's feet briskly for several minutes. Rubbing can damage skin and tissue in clients with poor circulation and should be avoided.
Place a moist heating pad under the client's feet. Heating pads can cause burns and further impair circulation in clients with vascular issues.
A. Obtain a pair of slipper socks for the client. Slipper socks can provide warmth without applying direct heat, which is safer for clients with impaired circulation.
B. Increase the client's oral fluid intake. Increasing fluids does not directly address cold feet and may be contraindicated depending on the client’s condition.
C. Rub the client's feet briskly for several minutes. Rubbing can damage skin and tissue in clients with poor circulation and should be avoided.
D. Place a moist heating pad under the client's feet. Heating pads can cause burns and further impair circulation in clients with vascular issues.