Multiple Choice
A 65-year-old patient is experiencing pain in his left calf when he exercises,which disappears after resting for a few minutes.The nurse recognizes that this description is most consistent with:
A) venous obstruction of the left leg.
B) claudication due to venous abnormalities in the left leg.
C) ischemia caused by partial blockage of an artery supplying the left leg.
D) ischemia caused by complete blockage of an artery supplying the left leg.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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