The nurse is preparing to provide personal care to a patient with peripheral vascular disease. When providing foot care, the nurse will
a. assist the patient to a supine position.
b. keep feet moistened with lotion.
c. trim toenails daily.
d. change socks daily.
ANS: D
To avoid skin breakdown, the patient should change socks daily. Blood flow is improved when the head of the bed is elevated 12 to 16 inches. Supine position is contraindicated. Feet should be kept dry on a person with peripheral vascular disease. Toenails should be trimmed when necessary, preferably by a podiatrist.
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