A nurse is caring for a client who has peripheral vascular disease and reports difficulty sleeping because of cold feet. Which of the following nursing actions should the nurse take to promote the client's comfort?

Obtaining a pair of slipper socks for the client is a simple and safe way to provide warmth and insulation to the feet, which can improve blood flow and comfort.

Placing a moist heating pad under the client's feet is not recommended, as it can cause burns, vasodilation, or increased fluid loss, which can worsen the condition.

Increasing the client's oral fluid intake is not relevant, as it does not affect the temperature or circulation of the feet.

Rubbing the client's feet briskly for several minutes is not advisable, as it can cause trauma, inflammation, or ulceration to the fragile skin and tissues of the feet.

Obtaining a pair of slipper socks for the client is a simple and safe way to provide warmth and insulation to the feet, which can improve blood flow and comfort.

Placing a moist heating pad under the client's feet is not recommended, as it can cause burns, vasodilation, or increased fluid loss, which can worsen the condition.

Increasing the client's oral fluid intake is not relevant, as it does not affect the temperature or circulation of the feet.

Rubbing the client's feet briskly for several minutes is not advisable, as it can cause trauma, inflammation, or ulceration to the fragile skin and tissues of the feet.

The nurse should explain that cardiac enzyme studies measure the levels of certain enzymes, such as troponin, creatine kinase, and lactate dehydrogenase, that are released into the bloodstream when the heart muscle is damaged by an MI. These tests help determine the degree of damage to the heart tissues, as well as the timing and severity of the MI.

"These tests will enable the provider to determine the heart structure and mobility of the heart valves." is wrong because cardiac enzyme studies do not provide information about the heart structure and mobility of the heart valves. Other tests, such as echocardiography or cardiac catheterization, may be used for this purpose.

"Cardiac enzymes will identify the location of the MI." is wrong because cardiac enzyme studies do not indicate the specific location of the MI within the heart. Other tests, such as electrocardiography or coronary angiography, may be used for this purpose.

"Cardiac enzymes assist in diagnosing the presence of pulmonary congestion." is wrong because cardiac enzyme studies do not directly assess the presence of pulmonary congestion, which is a complication of heart failure. Other signs and symptoms, such as dyspnea, crackles, and chest x-ray findings, may be used for this purpose.