1.The occupational health nurse is counseling an employee who works outdoors during winter. The nurse counsels the employee to always wear warm, dry gloves. Identify the circulatory disorder that may be prevented by wearing warm dry gloves in the winter.
a)Vasculitis
b)Acute arterial occlusion
c)Thromboangiitis Obliterans
d)Venous insufficiency
Answer: Vasculitis
( Due to extreme cold, the fingers and toes suddenly becomes narrow as the inflammation in the arteries occurs. It is also known as Raynaud's phenomenon. It causes pain. Proper covering of hands such as wearing gloves can prevent this condition)
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