A Nurse Is Admitting a 45-Year-Old Man to the Medical

A nurse is admitting a 45-year-old man to the medical unit who has a history of PAD. While providing his health history, the patient reveals that he smokes about two packs of cigarettes a day, has a history of alcohol abuse, and does not exercise. What would be the priority health education for this patient?

A) The lack of exercise, which is the main cause of PAD.
B) The likelihood that heavy alcohol intake is a significant risk factor for PAD.
C) Cigarettes contain nicotine, which is a powerful vasoconstrictor and may cause or aggravate PAD.
D) Alcohol suppresses the immune system, creates high glucose levels, and may cause PAD.