The nurse is providing discharge instructions to the client with peripheral vascular disease. Which of the following instructions should be included in the discussion with this client? Select all that...

The nurse is providing discharge instructions to the client with peripheral vascular disease. Which of the following instructions should be included in the discussion with this client? Select all that apply.

1. Avoiding prolonged standing and sitting.

2. Limiting walking so as not to activate the “muscle pump.”

3. Keeping extremities elevated on pillows.

4. Keeping the legs in a dependent position.

5. Using a heating pad to promote vasodilation.