A client has superficial varicose veins. Which of the following symptoms would the nurse expect the client to report?

Intermittent claudication of the legs.

Numbness and tingling in both feet.

Feeling of heaviness in both legs.

Calf pain on dorsiflexion of the foot.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

A. Intermittent claudication is a symptom of arterial insufficiency, not varicose veins.
B. Numbness and tingling suggest nerve involvement, not typical for superficial varicose veins.
C. A common complaint in varicose veins is a feeling of heaviness or aching in the legs due to venous insufficiency and blood pooling.
D. Calf pain on dorsiflexion (Homan's sign) suggests deep vein thrombosis (DVT), not superficial varicose veins.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Left upper chest pain is not typical of cholecystitis.
B. Inguinal region pain is unrelated to gallbladder issues.
C. Pain from cholecystitis often radiates to the right shoulder due to irritation of the diaphragm and referred pain pathways.
D. Neck or jaw pain is more characteristic of cardiac events, not cholecystitis.

A. Humulin R (regular) B. Lispro C. Lente D. Lantus

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Humulin R (regular insulin) is a short-acting insulin with an onset of 30 minutes to 1 hour, peak at 2 to 3 hours, and duration of 4 to 6 hours.
B. Lispro is a rapid-acting insulin with onset within 15 minutes and shorter duration.
C. Lente insulin is intermediate-acting with a slower onset and longer duration than regular insulin.
D. Lantus (glargine) is a long-acting insulin with no pronounced peak and lasts up to 24 hours.

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