Peripheral vascular disease
Peripheral vascular disease ( 35 Questions)
This choice is incorrect because encouraging prolonged standing can worsen symptoms of chronic venous insufficiency (CVI). Prolonged standing increases venous pressure in the legs and can lead to further swelling and discomfort.
This choice is correct. Elevating the legs above heart level when resting is a beneficial intervention for individuals with chronic venous insufficiency (CVI). Elevating the legs helps improve venous return and reduces swelling in the legs.
This choice is incorrect because applying warm compresses to the legs may provide temporary relief for some individuals, but it is not a primary intervention for managing chronic venous insufficiency (CVI).
This choice is incorrect because tight-fitting compression stockings are commonly used to manage chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), but they should be fitted appropriately by a healthcare professional. Wearing overly tight compression stockings can impede blood flow and cause discomfort.
A) This choice is incorrect because encouraging prolonged standing can worsen symptoms of chronic venous insufficiency (CVI). Prolonged standing increases venous pressure in the legs and can lead to further swelling and discomfort.
B) This choice is correct. Elevating the legs above heart level when resting is a beneficial intervention for individuals with chronic venous insufficiency (CVI). Elevating the legs helps improve venous return and reduces swelling in the legs.
C) This choice is incorrect because applying warm compresses to the legs may provide temporary relief for some individuals, but it is not a primary intervention for managing chronic venous insufficiency (CVI).
D) This choice is incorrect because tight-fitting compression stockings are commonly used to manage chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), but they should be fitted appropriately by a healthcare professional. Wearing overly tight compression stockings can impede blood flow and cause discomfort.