Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) Is Characterized by All of the Following

question 12

Multiple Choice

Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) is characterized by all of the following symptoms except:

• A) claudication.
• B) ankle-brachial Index less than 0.90.
• C) prior CVD.
• D) onset before age 50 Years.

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Definitions:

Selective Optimization With Compensation

The ability to adapt to changes over time, optimize current functioning, and compensate for losses in order to preserve performance despite declines in fluid abilities.

Cognitive Changes

Alterations in cognitive function, which can include memory, perception, problem-solving, and language, typically due to aging, development, or neurological conditions.

Cardiovascular Disease

A disease marked by high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol, plaque buildup in the arteries, irregular heartbeat, and risk factor for heart attack and stroke.

Hearing Loss

A condition characterized by the partial or total inability to hear sounds in one or both ears.