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    HESI Health Assessment WGU d344 Proctored Exam

    Which assessment finding supports the client statement, "My feet swell all the time?"

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. A positive Homan's sign indicates potential deep vein thrombosis (DVT) but is not a common or reliable indicator for chronic swelling of the feet. Bilateral swelling is less likely related to DVT and more likely to be due to systemic issues. B. 2+ pitting edema of the ankles bilaterally directly indicates chronic swelling. This finding supports the client's statement of persistent swelling, which is characteristic of fluid retention or systemic issues affecting both feet. C. Capillary refill greater than 3 seconds may indicate poor peripheral circulation but does not directly assess or confirm chronic swelling of the feet. D. Weak and thready pedal pulses suggest poor blood flow but are not directly related to the symptom of chronic swelling. They indicate possible circulatory issues rather than swelling alone.

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