An Elderly Patient Is at Home After Being Diagnosed with Fluid

question 10

Multiple Choice

An elderly patient is at home after being diagnosed with fluid volume overload. Which of the following should the home care nurse instruct this patient to do?

• A)Wear support hose.
• B)Keep legs in a dependent position.
• C)Avoid wearing shoes while in the home.
• D)Try to sleep without extra pillows.

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