A Patient Has Returned from a Vein Ligation and Stripping

question 11

Multiple Choice

A patient has returned from a vein ligation and stripping.What are the appropriate instructions for a nurse to provide?

• A) Dangle the legs to prevent edema.
• B) Cross the legs to apply pressure.
• C) Wear compression stockings to promote circulation.
• D) Remove the drain after 24 hours.