The nurse receives an order to apply a sequential compression device. Which finding would cause the nurse to question this order?
1. Weak popliteal and pedal pulses bilaterally
2. Diagnosis of breast cancer
3. Diagnosis of Hodgkin's lymphoma with enlargement of the femoral lymph nodes
4. Heart rate of 110 beats per minute
Correct Answer: 1
The client with weak pulses in the lower extremities has reduced blood flow to the legs. Applying a sequential compression device could obliterate arterial flow and stop perfusion to the legs, so the order should be questioned. The other diagnosis and assessment findings would not impact the use of the compression device.
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