A 42-Year-Old Service-Counter Worker Undergoes Sclerotherapy for Treatment of Superficial

question 28

Multiple Choice

A 42-year-old service-counter worker undergoes sclerotherapy for treatment of superficial varicose veins at an outpatient center. Before discharging the patient, the nurse teaches the patient that

• A) exercises such as walking or jogging cause recurrence of varicosities.
• B) sitting at the work counter, rather than standing, is recommended.
• C) taking one aspirin daily will help prevent clotting around venous valves.
• D) compression stockings should be applied before getting out of bed.

Determine the economic value of payments at various times given specific interest rates.

Evaluate investment options based on interest rates and time periods.

Apply the concept of equivalent value to compare different payment plans.

Calculate original investment amounts based on interest earned and investment duration.

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