The nurse is caring for a client who is status post operative from a vein stripping. What would the nurse monitor for?

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The nurse should monitor for swelling in the operative leg, as this is the site of the surgery and may indicate complications such as bleeding or blood clots. Swelling in the inoperative leg would not be expected, and warm, pink toes in the inoperative leg would not necessarily indicate successful outcomes of the surgery. Blood on the dressing may be monitored, but is not the best indicator of post-operative complications.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Is Status