Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 87%
Simulated
In order to prevent recurrent vasospastic episodes with Raynaud's phenomenon, the nurse should instruct the client to:
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Wearing gloves when obtaining food from the refrigerator prevents cold-triggered vasospasm in Raynaud's. Elevation is irrelevant, vibrating devices may worsen symptoms, and coffee (caffeine) can cause vasoconstriction, increasing episodes.