In the exercise teaching plan for a client with chronic arterial occlusive disease, the nurse would caution the client to
a. avoid exercising the feet in the dependent position.
b. elevate feet periodically for 30 minutes.
c. not walk if an open ulcer forms.
d. walk a little farther each day even if pain occurs.
C
Although exercise helps most clients with vascular disorders, some clients must not exercise, such as those with leg ulcers, pain at rest, cellulitis, deep vein thrombosis, or gangrene.
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___ use data to assist staff in modifying or integrating the evidence-based practice change
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