Question

A community health nurse teaches a group of older adults about modifiable risk factors that contribute to the development of peripheral arterial disease (PAD). The nurse knows that the teaching was effective based on which statement?a) "I will need to increase the amount of green leafy vegetables I eat to lower my cholesterol levels."
b) "Since my family is from Italy, I have a higher risk of developing peripheral arterial disease."
c) "I will need to stop smoking because the nicotine causes less blood to flow to my hands and feet."
d) "The older I get the higher my risk for peripheral arterial disease gets."

Answer 1

Answer:

C

Explanation:

Peripheral vascular disease is a sign of fatty deposits and calcium building up in the walls of the arteries (atherosclerosis). Risk factors include aging, diabetes, and smoking.