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What is the initial imaging modality for assessing peripheral arterial disease?
What is the initial imaging modality for assessing peripheral arterial disease?
- X-ray
- CT scan
- MRI
- Doppler ultrasound (correct)
Which of the following is the single most important risk factor for peripheral arterial disease?
Which of the following is the single most important risk factor for peripheral arterial disease?
- High cholesterol levels
- Obesity
- Diabetes mellitus
- Smoking (correct)
What pulse abnormalities are typically observed in patients with peripheral arterial disease?
What pulse abnormalities are typically observed in patients with peripheral arterial disease?
- Normal radial pulse but absent dorsalis pedis pulse
- Normal brachial pulse but poor radial pulse (correct)
- Absent brachial pulse but normal radial pulse
- Normal popliteal pulse but absent femoral pulse
Which medical therapy is commonly used for peripheral arterial disease to improve blood flow?
Which medical therapy is commonly used for peripheral arterial disease to improve blood flow?
In the context of peripheral arterial disease, what is the primary purpose of revascularization procedures?
In the context of peripheral arterial disease, what is the primary purpose of revascularization procedures?
What is the most crucial therapeutic measure recommended for patients with peripheral arterial disease?
What is the most crucial therapeutic measure recommended for patients with peripheral arterial disease?
Which artery is predominantly involved in peripheral arterial disease, making surgical revascularization challenging?
Which artery is predominantly involved in peripheral arterial disease, making surgical revascularization challenging?