When caring for a patient with leg ulcers, the positioning of the legs depends on whether the patient's ulcer is arterial or venous in origin. how should the nurse position a patient who has leg ulcers that are venous in origin?

Positioning of the legs depends on whether the ulcer is of arterial or venous origin. With venous insufficiency, dependent edema can be avoided by elevating the lower extremities. Dangling the patient's legs and applying pillows may further compromise venous return.