A client with chronic lymphangitis of the lower extremities asks the nurse how often she should wear elastic stockings. The nurse should explain:
1. "It is only necessary to wear them if you notice an increase in swelling."
2. "You should wear them when your legs feel heavy or are painful for you."
3. "You should wear them at all times, only taking them off to bathe."
4. "It is best to wear them during your waking hours and to remove them when sleeping."
Answer: 4
1. Management of chronic lymphangitis includes use of intermittent pressure devices or elastic stockings. They should be removed while sleeping, since the legs will be elevated and this allows for air circulation to the skin.
2. Management of chronic lymphangitis includes use of intermittent pressure devices or elastic stockings. They should be removed while sleeping, since the legs will be elevated and this allows for air circulation to the skin.
3. Management of chronic lymphangitis includes use of intermittent pressure devices or elastic stockings. They should be removed while sleeping, since the legs will be elevated and this allows for air circulation to the skin.
4. Management of chronic lymphangitis includes use of intermittent pressure devices or elastic stockings. They should be removed while sleeping, since the legs will be elevated and this allows for air circulation to the skin.
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