The nurse knows that the peripheral vascular status must be checked frequently when bandages or binders are applied. What is the best recommended frequency that the peripheral vascular status has to be completed on a client?
A) At least every hour
B) At least every 2 hours
C) At least every 3 hours
D) At least every 4 hours
B
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Peripheral vascular status is checked frequently, at least every 2 hours, when bandages or binders are used.
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