A client has edema and tenderness of the feet. The nurse prepares a warm water foot soak for the client. What is the primary reason for the nurse to use warm water for the foot soak?
A) It improves muscle tone.
B) It provides a therapeutic touch.
C) It helps the blood vessels to dilate.
D) It helps to promote a feeling of calmness and vitality.
C
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Warm water is used for the foot soak to help the blood vessels of the feet dilate, thus improving circulation. The major benefits of hand massage include improvement of muscle tone, providing therapeutic touch, helping to create a bond between the client and the nurse, and help to promote a feeling of calmness and vitality.
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