A nurse is observing an assistive personnel (AP) apply antiembolic stockings for a client. The nurse should identify that which of the following actions by the AP indicates an understanding of the procedure.

The action by the AP that indicates an understanding of the procedure is elevating the client's legs before applying the stockings. Elevating the legs can help reduce swelling and make it easier to apply the stockings. Option b is incorrect because instructing the client to dorsiflex their feet while applying the stockings may not be necessary. Option c is incorrect because massaging the client's legs before applying the stockings may not be necessary or appropriate. Option d is incorrect because folding the top of the stockings over after applying them may not be necessary or appropriate.