A Patient at the Clinic Says,"I Always Walk After Dinner,but

question 7

Multiple Choice

A patient at the clinic says,"I always walk after dinner,but lately my leg cramps and hurts after just a few minutes of starting. The pain goes away after I stop walking,though." The nurse should

• A)look for the presence of tortuous veins bilaterally on the legs.
• B)ask about any skin color changes that occur in response to cold.
• C)assess for unilateral swelling, redness, and tenderness of either leg.
• D)palpate for the presence of dorsalis pedis and posterior tibial pulses.

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Definitions:

Trapezius Muscle

A large muscle on the back of the neck and upper back that supports the arm and shoulder movements.

Lethargy

A state of tiredness, weariness, fatigue, or lack of energy, which can be a symptom of various medical conditions.

Hypotension

A condition characterized by abnormally low blood pressure, which can lead to symptoms such as dizziness and fainting.

Fungal Infection

An illness resulting from the invasion of fungi in the body, which can affect the skin, nails, or internal organs.