The nurse suspects that a patient is experiencing the effects of peripheral atherosclerosis. Which of the following did the nurse most likely assess in this patient?

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Complaints of leg pain upon rest are a classic symptom of peripheral atherosclerosis, which is a buildup of plaque in the arteries that supply blood to the limbs. Rubor with extremity elevation and normal hair distribution are not specific to peripheral atherosclerosis, and peripheral pulses may still be present despite the presence of the condition.

The Nurse Suspects That a Patient Is Experiencing the Effects