An older patient is diagnosed with arterial peripheral vascular disease. What will the nurse assess in this patient? Select all that apply.
1. Leg ulcers
2. Pain with walking
3. 40-year history of smoking
4. Pain relieved when legs dangle
5. History of working as a computer operator
2. Pain with walking
3. 40-year history of smoking
4. Pain relieved when legs dangle
Explanation: 1. Leg ulcers are associated with venous peripheral vascular disease.
2. Pain with walking is a symptom associated with arterial occlusion.
3. Smoking is a risk factor for the development of arterial peripheral vascular disease.
4. Pain relieved when dangling the legs is an indication of arterial peripheral vascular disease.
5. A history of sitting for long periods of time is a risk factor for venous peripheral vascular disease.
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