A 77-year-old patient has been brought to the emergency department by the daughter due to recent visual disturbances and unilateral weakness. The diagnostic workup has led the diagnosis of transient ischemic attacks (TIAs)
Which of the following patient history most likely contributed to the patient's current health problem? A) The patient was treated for anemia 3 months ago.
B) The woman is a smoker and takes antihypertensive medications.
C) The woman has a history of recurrent deep vein thromboses.
D) The woman was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease early this year.
B
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Smoking and the use of antihypertensives are associated with TIAs. The other cited health issues are less often contributors to TIAs.
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