Which intervention would be appropriate for the nurse to include when discussing foot care with a client with peripheral vascular disease? Select all that apply.
A)Dry the feet thoroughly after bathing
B)Cut off all corns and calluses
C)Educate the patient to break in new footwear to prevent tissue injury
D)Sit with the legs crossed to decrease swelling
E)Use constrictive clothing on the feet and ankles

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The goal of foot care in a patient with peripheral vascular disease is to maintain and promote tissue integrity. Prevention of tissue damage acts to prevent potential complications such as ulceration, infection, and gangrene. Interventions that will facilitate maintenance of tissue integrity include washing the feet with mild soap and warm water thoroughly after bathing and breaking in new footwear.

Which Intervention Would Be Appropriate for the Nurse to Include