A Patient Who Has Peripheral Venous Disease (PVD) Is Sitting

A patient who has peripheral venous disease (PVD) is sitting in a chair and has edematous and purple feet. What is the appropriate action for the nurse to take?

A) Cover the patient with a blanket.
B) Notify the physician.
C) Place the patient's legs on a tall footstool.
D) Have the patient lie in bed with pillow under knees.