A Patient Is Diagnosed with Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) and Elects

question 3

Multiple Choice

A patient is diagnosed with peripheral arterial disease (PAD) and elects not to have angioplasty after an angiogram reveals partial obstruction in lower extremity arteries. What will the provider recommend to help manage this patient's symptoms?

• A) Daily aspirin therapy to prevent clotting
• B) Statin therapy with clopidogrel
• C) Walking slowly for 15 to 20 minutes twice daily
• D) Walking to the point of pain each day

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