• Relate the anatomy, physiology, and assessment of the peripheral vascular and lymphatic systems discussed in Chapter 31 to common disorders of these systems.
• Describe the pathophysiology of common peripheral vascular and lymphatic disorders.
• Identify tests used to diagnose and assess peripheral vascular and lymphatic disorders.
• Explain the nursing implications for medications used to treat clients with peripheral vascular and lymphatic disorders.
• Describe preoperative and postoperative nursing care of clients having vascular surgery.
• Provide client and family teaching to promote, maintain, and restore health in clients with common peripheral vascular and lymphatic disorders.
• Use the nursing process to plan and provide individualized care for clients with peripheral vascular and lymphatic disorders.

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