Identify how the nurse can best assess the blood pressure of a client who develops lymphedema in both arms after a bilateral mastectomy
a. Take the blood pressure in the arm but alternate arms each time it is taken.
b. Take the blood pressure in the thigh using a thigh cuff.
c. Assess the client's capillary refill and ex-tremities for color, warmth, and sensation.
d. Use an arm cuff for consistency but take the blood pressure in the thigh area.
B
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