Vascular disease disorders often require the use of elastic stockings. Which action should the nurse implement when caring for a patient with elastic stockings?
a. Apply the stockings and roll down the cuff.
b. Remove the stockings for skin inspection two times a day.
c. Remove the stockings when the patient is ambulating.
d. Inspect the skin for pressure or irritation daily.
B
Elastic stockings improve blood flow. They should be applied early in the morning. They should be removed twice daily for 20 to 30 minutes, and the skin integrity of the feet should be ex-amined.
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