Which intervention(s) is/are important for a patient with venous insufficiency? (Select all that apply.)
a. Avoid swimming.
b. Elevate feet to reduce edema.
c. Wear tight clothing.
d. Decrease fluid intake.
e. Apply elastic compression wraps twice daily.
B, E
Elevating feet above heart level and wearing elastic compression support wraps decrease edema. (Wraps should be applied twice daily.) Swimming is encouraged as good exercise that encou-rages venous return. Tight clothing should be avoided. Reduction of fluid intake may increase blood viscosity and promote clotting.
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