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Carla R. Atkinson Page 2

Carla R. Atkinson, RN, CRNI, is a home health nurse who visits rural patients recovering from hospital stays. She writes about home cardiovascular care. She previously provided bedside care on medical-surgical units after earning her BSN from North Dakota State University. In her 11 years of nursing, Atkinson has centered her practice on circulation checks and managing leg swelling.

What Are Ankle Pumps and How Do They Improve Circulation?Heart & Lungs
Can Bad Circulation Cause Itching and What to Do About It?Heart & Lungs
How to Use a Doppler for Pulse Assessment Tests
How to Drain Edema Fluid From Legs Naturally Heart & Lungs
Can Low Blood Pressure Cause Memory Loss?Brain & Nerves
How to Reduce Swelling in Legs and Ankles Fast Bones & Muscles
What Is Leg Edema? Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Heart & Lungs
What Causes Dark Discoloration on Legs?Skin & Hair
What Does Standing for a Long Time Do to Your Body?Bones & Muscles
Can Compression Socks Cause Dizziness?Brain & Nerves
Why Do My Legs Hurt on a Plane?Heart & Lungs
Can Massage Cause Blood Clots? The Real Risk Safety
How Long Should You Wear Anti-Embolism Stockings?Heart & Lungs
Should I Wear Compression Socks on a Long Car Ride?Heart & Lungs
Does Copper Help With Circulation?Heart & Lungs
How to Prevent Blood Pooling in Your Legs and Feet Heart & Lungs
Is Massage Bad for High Blood Pressure?Heart & Lungs
Is Cycling Good for Edema? How to Reduce Swelling Safely Heart & Lungs
Does Too Much Salt Make Your Legs Swell?Heart & Lungs
Can Salt Cause Swollen Feet? Reasons and Remedies Bones & Muscles
What to Do for Leg Cramps After Flying Bones & Muscles
Why Do My Legs Feel Heavy When Climbing Stairs?Bones & Muscles
What Is Dependent Rubor and What Does It Indicate?Heart & Lungs
Toes Are Blue: Causes and When to See a Doctor Heart & Lungs
Why Do I Feel Lightheaded When Raising My Arms?Heart & Lungs
How to Improve Lymphatic Drainage in Your Legs Heart & Lungs
What are the signs and symptoms of microvascular disease?Heart & Lungs
Why Does My Jaw Hurt When I Exercise?Bones & Muscles
What Can I Use Besides Compression Stockings?Heart & Lungs
How Long Do You Have to Sit to Get a Blood Clot?Heart & Lungs