Quiz: Applying, Removing Graduated Compression Stockings

A nurse delegates the application of graduated compressions stockings to a licensed practical nurse. A while later, the client's spouse pulls the nurse aside and says, "I think the other nurse put the stockings on backwards. The opening is facing up." Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate?

"The opening is face up to prevent any interference with the circulation."

A client's health care provider has prescribed the use of knee-high graduated compression stockings. To ensure that the correct size is obtained for the client, the nurse would measure which area? Select all that apply.

Around the widest part of the calf, From the bottom of the heel to the back of the knee

A client has been out of bed, sitting in the chair for the past hour. The nurse is preparing to apply knee-high length graduated compression stockings as prescribed by the client's health care provider. Which action would be appropriate for the nurse to do? Select all that apply.

Elevate the client's feet and legs for about 15 minutes. Assist the client back to bed.

A nurse is caring for a client who is wearing antiembolism stockings per the health care provider's prescription. The client reports that the stockings are too uncomfortable and asks whether he can take them off. Which action should the nurse take?

Tell the client he can remove them for 20 or 30 minutes during this shift.

A nurse is explaining to a client's caregiver the purpose of antiembolism stockings, which the client has received a prescription to wear. Which best explains their purpose?

They promote venous blood return to the heart.