The nurse is collecting data on a patient who had a hysterec…

The nurse is collecting data on a patient who had a hysterectomy 2 days ago and reports tenderness in her left calf. Data include the following: left calf 17.5 inches; right calf 14 inches; left thigh 32 inches; right thigh 28 inches; shiny, warm, and reddened left leg. Which of these actions should be recommended for the plan of care by the nurse?

During data collection on a patient with chronic cardiac pro…

During data collection on a patient with chronic cardiac problems and diabetes, the patient reports a weight gain of 5 pounds over 3 days and fatigue when climbing stairs. Upon inspection, the nurse notes edema of the lower extremities. The nurse will have these symptoms reported to the physician right away, as the nurse understands they can indicate which of the following?