The nurse is caring for a patient with venous stasis ulcers. What actions should the nurse take?

Choice A reason: Antiembolism stockings are designed to apply pressure to the lower legs, promoting blood circulation and preventing blood from pooling in the veins, which can lead to venous stasis.

Choice B reason: While antiembolism stockings aid in circulation, they do not replace the need for postoperative leg exercises, which are important for recovery.

Choice C reason: These stockings are not specifically used to prevent varicose veins; their primary purpose is to prevent deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in postoperative patients.

Choice D reason: The stockings are not primarily used for pain reduction; their main function is to improve venous return and prevent DVT.

Choice A reason: Patients with Personality Disorders often struggle with maladaptive behaviors. A general goal is to help them find nondestructive ways to fulfill their needs, promoting healthier interactions and coping mechanisms.

Choice B reason: While establishing relationships is important, the priority is to ensure that the patient's methods of interacting are healthy and nondestructive.

Choice C reason: Understanding the impact of one's behavior on others is a goal, but it is secondary to the patient learning nondestructive self-management skills.

Choice D reason: Employment is a long-term goal and, while important, it is not as immediately relevant to the therapeutic process as developing nondestructive behaviors.