A nurse assesses a client with swelling of the left arm afte…

A nurse assesses a client with swelling of the left arm after lymph node removal. The left arm is larger than the right, nonpitting, and has prominent tissue fullness, while pulses and temperature remain equal bilaterally. Which interpretation is most appropriate?

During a routine vascular assessment, an adult client restin…

During a routine vascular assessment, an adult client resting in bed denies discomfort. The client’s heart rate is 60 beats/min, skin is warm and evenly pigmented, with no redness or edema. The nurse notes that the client’s veins are flat and barely visible when supine.  Based on these assessment findings, which interpretation by the nurse is most appropriate?