A Homecare Nurse Visits an Older Female Adult at Home

A homecare nurse visits an older female adult at home who has peripheral vascular disease to monitor her status. The nurse determines that the client needs additional teaching when the client states which of the following? (Select all that apply.)

A) "I need to try and elevate my legs above the level of my heart every time I sit down and all night."
B) "I really need to try and avoid sitting in one position for a long period of time."
C) "I know that I need to wear these compression stockings 24 hours a day."
D) "I will wash my feet and legs with strong antibacterial soap twice daily."
E) "I need to examine my feet daily for any cuts, sores, or openings."