For a client admitted to the hospital with chronic venous disease, the nurse's assessment of the client's legs would most likely reveal
a. decreased pulses.
b. erythema.
c. overgrowth of hair.
d. reduced muscle mass.
B
Initial skin changes noted with chronic venous disorders may include erythema (redness), fol-lowed in later stages by lipodermatosclerosis (brawny, thick, darkly pigmented skin). Decreased pulses would indicate an arterial disorder. Overgrowth of hair is not related. Reduced muscle mass (atrophy) has many causes.
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a. Adolescence b. Early adulthood c. Late childhood d. Early childhood
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To prevent frequent return admissions of a client with bipolar mania, the nurse would teach the client and family about signs of relapse, such as:
A) Conflict mediation. B) Regular prescribed medication use. C) Alcohol and drug use. D) Effective family coping skills.