The nurse is reinforcing teaching for managing the pain of peripheral arterial disease. Which of these patient statements would indicate correct understanding of discharge instructions?
a. "I will lie down frequently."
b. "I will use a reclining chair."
c. "I will sit with my legs down."
d. "I will do knee flexion exercises."
ANS: C
C. Placing legs down will promote arterial circulation and help relieve pain from ischemia due to reduced blood flow. A, B, and D will all impede blood flow and increase pain.
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