The most appropriate goal for a patient with peripheral arterial insufficiency is promotion of:
A) Vasoconstriction
B) Vasodilatation
C) Vascular compression
D) Atherosclerosis
Ans: B
Feedback: Appropriate goals for patients with peripheral arterial insufficiency include promotion of vasodilatation, increased arterial blood supply to the extremities, prevention of vascular compression, and relief of pain.
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