The nurse uses all of the following to assess clients with peripheral vascular disease (PVD), except:
a. inspecting the skin for color, lesions, and abnormalities.
b. auscultation with a stethoscope or Doppler for arterial sounds.
c. using the fingertips to assess skin temperature.
d. palpating for the presence of peripheral pulses.
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: This is an appropriate assessment.
B Incorrect: This is an appropriate assessment.
C Correct: The nurse should use the backs of the fingers to assess skin temperature.
D Incorrect: This is an appropriate assessment.
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