Mrs Gershwin Has a Deep Vein Thrombosis and Was Ordered

Multiple Choice

Mrs. Gershwin has a deep vein thrombosis and was ordered by the doctor to apply elastic stockings. Which of the following actions indicates that the nurse assistant is applying the stockings correctly?

A) Applying the stockings while the client is on the bed
B) Applying the stockings while the client is sitting in a chair
C) Applying the stockings while the client is sitting on the bed and dangling her feet
D) Applying the stockings while the client is standing