a nurse is teaching a client who has a new diagnosis of severe peripheral arterial disease. which of the…

a nurse is teaching a client who has a new diagnosis of severe peripheral arterial disease. which of the following instructions should the nurse include?\na wear tightly - fitted insulated socks with shoes when going outside.\nb elevate both legs above the heart when resting.\nc apply a heating pad to both legs for comfort.\nd place both legs in a dependent position while sleeping.

a nurse is teaching a client who has a new diagnosis of severe peripheral arterial disease. which of the following instructions should the nurse include?\na wear tightly - fitted insulated socks with shoes when going outside.\nb elevate both legs above the heart when resting.\nc apply a heating pad to both legs for comfort.\nd place both legs in a dependent position while sleeping.

Answer

Brief Explanations:

  • Option A: Tightly - fitted socks can constrict blood flow, which is bad for peripheral arterial disease.
  • Option B: Elevating legs above the heart reduces blood flow to the legs (since gravity works against it), worsening ischemia in peripheral arterial disease.
  • Option C: Heating pads can cause burns as clients with peripheral arterial disease may have decreased sensation.
  • Option D: Placing legs in a dependent position (lower than the heart) improves blood flow to the legs by using gravity, which is beneficial for peripheral arterial disease.

Answer:

D. Place both legs in a dependent position while sleeping.