A client with peripheral arterial disease has a nursing diagnosis of Ineffective Tissue Perfusion. Which one of the following nursing interventions is most appropriate for this nursing diagnosis?
1. Do not elevate the client's legs.
2. Assist the client in taking hot baths.
3. Encourage the client to limit activity.
4. Limit visitors.
Do not elevate the client's legs.
Rationale: Keeping a client's legs in the dependent position, and not elevating the legs, will help increase the arterial circulation. A client with PAD should avoid extremes in temperature and avoid a hot bath or cold weather. Activity should be encouraged, not discouraged. There is no need to limit visitors.
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