The physician prescribes a progressive exercise program that…
The physician prescribes a progressive exercise program that includes walking for a client with a history of diminished arterial perfusion to the lower extremities. Which action should the nurse instruct the client to do if the client experiences leg cramps while walking?
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The nurse is providing education to a client with hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and peripheral arterial disease. The nurse identifies that the client is at risk of ineffective peripheral tissue perfusion. Which teaching would be most appropriate for this client?
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A 62-year-old male patient is recovering from a left MCA hemorrhagic stroke that resulted in right upper extremity weakness. Which of the following movements would give the therapist at least 78% confidence that in 3 months he will regain functional use of the right upper extremity?
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