The nurse is reinforcing teaching for managing the pain of peripheral arterial disease. Which of these patient statements would indicate correct understanding of discharge instructions?

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Keeping the legs down promotes blood flow to the lower extremities and can help manage pain from peripheral arterial disease. Lying down frequently and using a reclining chair may also be helpful, but these options were not listed as choices. Knee flexion exercises may not be helpful for managing pain from peripheral arterial disease.

The Nurse Is Reinforcing Teaching for Managing the Pain of Peripheral