Which of the following self-examination techniques is a health maintenance behavior for the nurse to instruct a client? (Select all that apply.)
1. Breast self-examination
2. Capillary blood glucose testing
3. Testicular self-examination
4. Skin examination
5. Application of hydrocortisone cream for a skin disorder
6. Elevating edematous lower extremities
1, 3, 4
Physical self-examination is a health maintenance behavior that does not require any special equipment but requires proper instruction on the correct procedure. Examples of self-examinations that a nurse can instruct a client include breast self-examination, testicular self-examination, and skin examination. Capillary blood glucose testing needs the use of a glucometer. Application of hydrocortisone cream is a medication used for a diagnosed skin disorder. Elevating edematous lower extremities is an intervention for a peripheral vascular or cardiac disorder.
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