A Client Diagnosed with Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)is Obese,has a 30-Year

Multiple Choice

A client diagnosed with peripheral vascular disease (PVD) is obese,has a 30-year history of cigarette smoking,and works as a contractor.When discussing risk factors for PVD,which statement by the nurse is appropriate?

A) "Nicotine is a vasoconstrictor."
B) "Obesity is a factor in cardiovascular disease but not peripheral vascular disease."
C) "Nicotine primarily affects coronary arteries and the lungs."
D) "Your current occupation is a major risk factor."