An older patient who recently retired from working as a waitress for 40 years complains of leg cramps that interfere with sleeping. The patient also experiences dizziness when getting out of bed first thing in the morning
What problem should the nurse suspect is occurring with this patient? A) Varicose veins
B) Arteriosclerosis
C) Thrombophlebitis
D) Peripheral aneurysms
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The patient's manifestations and work history are consistent with varicose veins. Dizziness associated with the position change is a result of blood pooling in the lower extremities and reduction of cerebral circulation. The patient's manifestations and work history are not consistent with arteriosclerosis, thrombophlebitis, or peripheral aneurysms.
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