A 56-year-old woman with severe varicose veins has opted for venous ablation, and the nurse is providing patient education before the scheduled procedure. What instructions should the nurse provide to this patient?
A) "Try to limit your activity for the first 10 days to 2 weeks to prevent reoccurrence of your varicose veins."
B) "You might experience some pain after the procedure, but this will be managed with ice packs rather than medications."
C) "If you notice any bruising in the area, make sure to let someone know because that could be a sign of a serious complication."
D) "We'll help you get walking as soon as you sedation has worn off, and you'll continue to gradually increase your activity level."
D
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The nervous system consists of which two divisions? (Select all that apply.) Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected
1. Autonomic 2. Sympathetic 3. Central 4. Peripheral 5. Parasympathetic
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A) Suspicion of others B) Depressed state C) Fearful and having false beliefs D) Unexpected mood swings
A woman living in a lesser-developed country is likely
a. At risk for a Vitamin E deficiency b. To have several children c. At risk for death during pregnancy and childbirth d. Viewed as the leader of the family unit