The nurse is evaluating teaching provided to a client with peripheral vascular disease (PVD). Which client observation indicates teaching has been effective?
A) Sitting in a chair with a pillow behind knees
B) Washing the lower extremities with mild soap, drying the legs, and applying a light moisturizer
C) Sitting in a chair with left leg crossed over the right
D) Smoking a pipe instead of cigarettes
Answer: B
The client who is observed washing the legs with mild soap, drying the legs, and applying a moisturizer is putting into practice the instruction regarding peripheral vascular disease. Sitting in a chair with legs crossed or with a pillow behind the knees would indicate further instruction was needed. The client smoking a pipe instead of cigarettes needs additional instruction regarding the hazards of tobacco.
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