A nurse is assessing a client who is on bed rest and notes on calf is 2.5 cm (1 inch) larger
in diameter than the other calf. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
A. Place the client’s legs in a dependent position.
B. Apply a warm, moist soak to the larger calf.
C. Massage the larger calf.
D. Restrict the client’s fluid intake.
