Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 95%
Simulated
The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with Raynaud's phenomena. The nurse will prioritize educating the client about implementing which intervention?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Avoiding cold exposure is critical because cold can trigger vasospasms of small arteries in the fingers and toes, leading to pain, pallor, cyanosis, and numbness. Stress is a major trigger for Raynaud's episodes, loose warm gloves are recommended, and caffeine is a vasoconstrictor that can worsen symptoms.