Mr. Downs is a 73-year-old resident with peripheral vascular disease. You are assigned to provide foot care. Which measures will you take?
What will be an ideal response?
Mr. Downs’s foot care will involve inspecting his feet for signs of irritation or change in color or complaints of pain; bathing his feet regularly; using lotion if his feet are dry; drying the area between the toes; reporting any signs of irritation or infection; and avoiding cutting his toenails.Mrs. Able is suffering from acute heart failure, and you are assisting the nurse with her care. Answer to the best of your ability the following questions:
You might also like to view...
The extensor digitorum longus and extensor hallucis longus are in the ____________________ compartment of muscles that move the foot and toe
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Why are lead II or a modified chest lead the preferred leads for continuous cardiac monitoring?
A. The electrodes for these leads are easiest and fastest to apply. B. These leads provide the best ability to view the T wave. C. The electrodes for these leads can be placed in inconspicuous areas on the patient's chest. D. These leads provide the best ability to view the P wave.