The nurse is responsible for caring for a variety of clients in a hospital setting. Using Virchow's triad, which clients does the nurse recognize as being at most risk for developing venous insufficiency? Select all that apply.

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Virchow's triad includes three factors that contribute to venous thrombosis: venous stasis, endothelial injury, and hypercoagulability. An obese client (A) and a pregnant client at 30 weeks' gestation (C) are at increased risk due to venous stasis and potential hypercoagulability states, respectively.

The Nurse Is Responsible for Caring for a Variety of Clients