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    HESI RN Health Assessment Proctored Exam

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

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice A rationale Positive Homan’s sign bilaterally indicates deep vein thrombosis (DVT) but does not directly correlate with swelling. Choice B rationale 2+ pitting edema of ankles bilaterally is a direct indication of swelling and supports the client’s statement about their feet swelling all the time. Choice C rationale Pedal pulses weak and thready indicate poor arterial circulation but do not directly confirm swelling. Choice D rationale Capillary refill in both feet greater than 3 seconds indicates poor peripheral perfusion but does not directly correlate with swelling.

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