A Community Health nurse is providing an educational event at the local high school. The topic the nurse is speaking about is varicose veins. What would the nurse suggest as a proactive preventative measure for varicose veins?
A) Sitting with crossed legs to promote relaxation.
B) Walking for several minutes every hour to promote circulation.
C) Elevating the legs when tired.
D) Wearing tight ankle socks to decrease edema
Ans: B
Feedback: A proactive approach to preventing varicose veins would be to walk for several minutes every hour to promote circulation. It is measurable, increases blood return to the heart, and promotes overall wellness. Option A is incorrect; sitting with crossed legs may promote relaxation but it is contraindicated for patients with, or at risk for, varicose veins. Option C is good idea, but elevating the legs only helps blood passively return to the heart and does not help maintain the competency of the valves in the veins. Option D is incorrect; wearing tight ankle socks is contraindicated for patients with or at risk for varicose veins; socks that are below the muscles of the calf do not promote venous return, the socks simply capture the blood and promote venous stasis.
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