When teaching a client about peripheral vascular disease, the nurse instructs the client:
a. "You should test the temperature of the bath water with your elbow or a thermometer before immersing feet."
b. "Walking barefoot in the house is fine, but wear shoes when you go outdoors."
c. "You can continue to apply your over-the-counter medications to your feet as long as you don't get a rash."
d. "You should have your health care provider trim your toenails during each of your visits."
ANS: A
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A Correct: The feet of a client with PVD (peripheral vascular disease) may have lost sensation and can be easily burned.
B Incorrect: The client should avoid walking anywhere in bare feet.
C Incorrect: Medications should not be applied to the feet without permission from health care provider.
D Incorrect: The client can trim own toenails, but this needs to be done with great care.
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