A patient with Raynaud disease has a nursing diagnosis of "Ineffective tissue perfusion, related to vasoconstriction" and is being given discharge instructions. What should the nurse include when providing this information?
a. Avoid sun exposure.
b. Wear gloves and warm socks when out-doors.
c. Chafe hands frequently to warm them.
d. Wash dishes in warm water.
B
Chafing hands to warm them does not provide vasodilation and may cause tissue damage. Avoiding exposure to cold is paramount to prevent pain and tissue damage. Raynaud disease in-volves the constriction of the arterioles of the hands, toes, and nose. Pain is a cardinal symptom and can be relieved with methods to promote vasodilation.
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