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While Arteriosclerosis Is a Natural Part of the Aging Process

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While arteriosclerosis is a natural part of the aging process and occurs when the walls of the arterial vasculature undergo changes such as increased thickness and hardening,reducing the elasticity of the arteries,certain risk factors for arteriosclerosis are modifiable by the individual.Select the dyad of modifiable risk factors that could minimize the potential for acute or chronic vascular insufficiency.


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