The patient had a carotid ultrasound that showed a 40% obstruction following a transient ischemic attack (TIA). The nurse anticipates that the treatment will consist of: (Select all that apply.)
a. diet modification.
b. lifestyle alteration.
c. aspirin for antiplatelet aggregation.
d. daily doses of nitrates.
e. endarterectomy.
A, B, C
Nitrates and endarterectomy are not initial treatment options for carotid obstruction below 60%.
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