[Solved] The nurse is caring for a patient with peripheral vascular disease (PVD).The nurse understands that which age-related changes may cause PVD? A) Decreasing blood viscosity B) Loss of elasticity in vessel walls C) Atherosclerotic changes in vessels D) Sedentary practices E) Weakened leg muscles Pleadings: Written documents submitted by parties in a legal action, outlining the claims and defenses to be addressed by the court. Post-Judgment Requests: Applications or motions made to a court for additional orders or enforcement actions after a judgment has been entered. Losing Party: is the individual or group that does not prevail in a legal contest, having the court's decision rendered against them. Higher Court: A court of law that has the authority to hear appeals and review cases from lower courts.