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A client with bilateral varicose veins of the lower extremities questions the nurse about the
brownish discoloration of the lower legs. The best response by the nurse is, "This is probably the
result of:
1. Inadequate arterial blood supply."
2. Delayed healing of tissues after an injury."
3. Increased production of melanin in the area."
4. Leakage of red blood cells through the vascular wall." 4. Leakage of red blood cells
through the vascular wall."
A client with arterial insufficiency of both lower extremities is visited by the home health care
nurse. An essential nursing intervention is to teach the client to:
, 1. Maintain elevation of both legs
2. Massage the legs when painful
3. Apply a hot water bottle to the legs
4. Check pulses in the legs regularly 4. Check pulses in the legs regularly
A client is hospitalized for the treatment of thrombophlebitis. What should the nurse include in
the client's teaching plan related to how to prevent thrombophlebitis?
1. Perform leg exercises
2. Sit with the knees flexed
3. Apply warm soaks to the legs daily
4. Put on elastic stockings before arising 4. Put on elastic stockings before arising