While being measured for anti-embolism stockings, the client asks the nurse why they are necessary. What would be the nurses's best response?
A) They promote venous blood return to the heart.
B) They eliminate peripheral edema.
C) They provide a nonslip foot surface to help prevent falls.
D) They reduce the risk for impaired skin integrity.
Ans: A
Anti-embolism stockings are used to promote venous blood return to the heart and help in preventing blood clots. They often do help with edema in the legs, but they do not eliminate edema (nor is this their main goal). They do not provide a nonslip foot surface. If applied incorrectly they can increase the risk for impaired skin integrity.
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