ATI RN
ATI Capstone Exam 1 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has chronic venous insufficiency. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
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Rationale: The correct answer is D: Edema. In chronic venous insufficiency, impaired blood flow leads to fluid accumulation in the affected limb, causing swelling or edema. This occurs due to increased venous pressure and decreased venous return. Dependent rubor (choice
A) is seen in arterial insufficiency, not venous. Thick, deformed toenails (choice
B) and hair loss (choice
C) are not typically associated with chronic venous insufficiency. Edema is a hallmark sign due to venous stasis and capillary leakage.
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