Author Question: For a patient with peripheral venous insufficiency, which of the following interventions would help ... (Read 44 times)

segrsyd · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

For a patient with peripheral venous insufficiency, which of the following interventions would help to promote peripheral circulation?

1) Have the patient sit in a recliner, with legs lower than the heart.
2) Teach the patient to avoid sitting with the legs crossed.
3) Be sure intravenous medications are adequately diluted.
4) Regularly assess skin color and temperature of the legs.

Question 2

Which of the following provide the most reliable data about the effectiveness of airway suctioning?

1) The amount, color, consistency and odor of secretions
2) The patient's tolerance for the procedure
3) Breath sounds, vital signs, and pulse oximetry before and after suctioning
4) The number of suctioning passes required to clear secretions