The nurse is explaining to a 54-year smoker male patient about prognosis of intermittent claudication. Which of the following statements is true about his condition?

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The true statement about his condition is "The patients who continue to smoke usually deteriorate". The prognosis of individuals diagnosed with intermittent claudication is good because the condition typically stabilizes or improves over time. Typically, approximately 1/3rd of patients with intermittent claudication tend to improve over time, while 1/3rd remains stable and another 1/3rd deteriorate, mainly due to continued smoking.

The Nurse Is Explaining to a 54-Year Smoker Male Patient