A client with PVD tells the nurse that even short walks cause leg pain and muscle cramps. What should the nurse recommend to this client?
1. "Take pain medication before you go walking."
2. "Wear elastic hose to prevent the leg pain."
3. "You might try using an exercise bicycle instead of walking."
4. "Stop and rest when your legs start to hurt."
Answer: 4
1. Pain medications will not provide oxygen and blood supply to the muscles, which is needed.
2. Elastic hose promote venous return; leg pain is caused by arterial ischemia.
3. An exercise bike also can precipitate the pain.
4. The pain is secondary to a reduction in blood flow and is relieved by rest.
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