NCLEX Practice Test RN Practice Question
The doctor has ordered antithrombotic stockings to be applied to the legs of a client with peripheral vascular disease. The nurse knows antithrombotic stockings should be applied:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Antithrombotic stockings should be applied before the client arises in the morning when edema is minimal, ensuring proper fit and maximum compression to promote venous return. Applying them later or after lotion can reduce effectiveness or cause skin irritation.
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