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Which of the following should the nurse instruct an elderly client diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency?
 
  1. Keep the legs dependent as much as possible and elevate only when asleep
   2. Standing will prevent the progression of the disease
   3. Cross legs only at the knees
   4. Wear elastic hose as prescribed
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6 years ago
4. Wear elastic hose as prescribed

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Care and treatment of a client with peripheral vascular disease includes instruction. The nurse should instruct the client to wear elastic hose as prescribed. The nurse should instruct the client to avoid sitting or standing for long periods of time. The legs should be elevated during rest and when asleep. Crossing the legs should be avoided.
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