The nurse teaches a client who has autonomic dysfunction about injury prevention. Which statement indicates that the client correctly understands the teaching?
a. "I will change positions slowly."
b. "I will avoid wearing cotton socks."
c. "I will use an electric razor."
d. "I will use a heating pad on my feet."
A
Autonomic dysfunction causes orthostatic hypotension. The client should change positions slowly to prevent orthostatic hypotension. Autonomic dysfunction can cause peripheral poly-neuropathy, so the client should be taught to wear socks and shoes at all times and not to use a heating pad. The disorder does not cause bleeding; therefore the client can use any type of razor.
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