Vascular Disease Disorders Often Require the Use of Elastic Stockings

question 7

Multiple Choice

Vascular disease disorders often require the use of elastic stockings.When caring for a patient with elastic stockings,the nurse should:

• A) Apply the stockings and roll down the cuff.
• B) Remove the stockings for skin inspection 2 times a day
• C) Remove the stockings when the patient is ambulating.
• D) Inspect the skin for pressure or irritation daily.

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