Which of the following physical examination findings in the lower extremities would be expected with this disease?

You are performing a routine check-up on an 81-year-old retired cotton farmer in the vascular surgery clinic. You note that he has a history of chronic arterial insufficiency.

A) Normal pulsation
B) Normal temperature
C) Marked edema
D) Thin, shiny, atrophic skin


D) Thin, shiny, atrophic skin

Thin, shiny, atrophic skin is more commonly seen in chronic arterial insufficiency; in chronic venous insufficiency the skin often has a brown pigmentation and may be thickened.

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You prepare the patient for a prostatic examination. To perform prostatic palpation, you should insert your gloved finger into the anal sphincter with the a. tip of the finger extended at a right angle to the perianal area. b. ball of the finger toward the posterior rectal wall. c. ball of the finger toward the left lateral rectal wall. d. tip of the finger toward the anterior rectal wall.

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Which of the following is an action of ascorbic acid (vitamin C)?

1. Soften stool in the large bowel 2. Decrease nasal secretions 3. Protects vitamins A and E 4. Protects hair coloring

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Clients who receive radiation to the lower neck or midchest are at risk for several complications. What complication is common?

A) Mouth blindness C) Dumping syndrome B) Esophagitis with dysphagia D) Chronic blood loss

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Most health promotion programs involve lifestyle behavioral changes. The person has decided to try and change a behavior and is ready for information and skills to maintain the behavioral change

The nurse would document this in which stage of the change process? A) Contemplation B) Preparation C) Action D) Maintenance

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