The nurse is contributing to a patient's plan of care for varicose veins. Which of these positioning measures should be included in the care plan for a patient who experiences pain from the varicose veins?
a. Keep legs dependent.
b. Cross legs.
c. Elevate legs.
d. Lie prone.
ANS: C
C. Elevating legs will promote venous return and help relieve pain from the swelling. A, B, and D will not promote blood return to decrease pain.
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