When Developing a Teaching Plan for a Patient Newly Diagnosed

question 4

Multiple Choice

When developing a teaching plan for a patient newly diagnosed with peripheral artery disease ( PAD ) , which information should the nurse include?

• A) "Exercise only if you do not experience any pain."
• B) "It is very important that you stop smoking cigarettes."
• C) "Try to keep your legs elevated whenever you are sitting."
• D) "Put on support hose early in the day before swelling occurs."

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