While assessing the legs of an adult client, the nurse observes leathery-looking skin. The client reports aching, tired legs that swell if standing for long periods of time. To screen for venous insufficiency, the nurse should ask the client if they have experienced which subjective finding?

Choice A rationale Painful symptoms alleviated by warmth are more indicative of conditions such as arthritis or muscle strain rather than venous insufficiency. Choice B rationale Cool, pale skin below the knees is more indicative of arterial insufficiency rather than venous insufficiency. Choice C rationale Decreased pain when legs are elevated is a common symptom of venous insufficiency. Elevating the legs helps reduce venous pressure and alleviate symptoms such as swelling and aching. Choice D rationale Deep, continuous pain in the calf muscles is more indicative of conditions such as deep vein thrombosis (DVT) rather than venous insufficiency.