The nurse is providing patient teaching to a pregnant patient who works as a cashier in a grocery store. Which suggestion by the nurse will help most in preventing varicose veins?
a. Add vitamin C to diet.
b. "March in place" while standing at the counter.
c. Avoid tight support hose.
d. Wear supportive shoes.
B
Marching in place or any leg exercises will help blood flow in the lower limbs and prevent vari-cose veins. Support hose are very beneficial. Supportive shoes and vitamin C do not prevent venous congestion.
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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