The nurse is caring for a patient who has peripheral neuropathy. Which clinical manifestations does the nurse expect to find upon assessment? (Select all that apply.)

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A patient with peripheral neuropathy has muscle wasting of lower extremities, foot deformities, and abnormal gait. A patient with vascular insufficiency will have decreased hair growth on legs and feet, absent or decreased pulses, and thickened nails.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Has Peripheral