The nurse notes bruising and discoloration of the right leg of a client that has just arrived in the recovery unit from having vein ligation surgery. Which of the following interventions is priority?

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After vein ligation surgery, the legs should be elevated 15 degrees to limit edema. Placing the client in the Trendelenburg position will lower the head below heart level, which is not indicated for this client. Placing pillows under the calf or elevating the bed at the knee may cause blood stasis at the calf level. Bruising and discoloration are expected after vein ligation surgery so there is no need to contact the health care provider at this time.

The Nurse Notes Bruising and Discoloration of the Right Leg