Asked by Bianka Novalien on Jul 28, 2024
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A patient comes to the clinic and tells the nurse that he has been confined to his recliner chair for approximately 3 days with his feet down and he asks the nurse to evaluate his feet. What should the nurse expect to find during the assessment?
A) Pallor
B) Coolness
C) Distended veins
D) Prolonged capillary filling time
Distended Veins
Veins that are enlarged, swollen, or fuller than normal, often indicating an underlying medical condition.
Capillary Filling Time
A clinical test used to assess blood circulation by applying pressure to the skin to create blanching and then observing the time it takes for color to return.
Pallor
An unhealthy pale appearance typically indicating anemia or lack of blood supply.
- Exhibit comprehension of visual and tactile evaluation of the skin, encompassing alterations in color and irregularities in texture.
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Learning Objectives
- Exhibit comprehension of visual and tactile evaluation of the skin, encompassing alterations in color and irregularities in texture.
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