A client with atherosclerosis asks a nurse which factors are responsible for this condition. What is the nurse’s best response?
a. "Injury to the arteries causes them to spasm, reducing blood flow to the extremities."
b. "Excess fats in your diet are stored in the lining of your arteries, causing them to constrict."
c. "A combination of platelets and fats accumulates, narrowing the artery and reducing blood flow."
d. "Excess sodium causes injury to the arteries, reducing blood flow and eventually causing obstruction."

Mr. smith, a 57-year-old patient, presents at a health fair asking questions about the age-appropriate health maintenance and promotion considerations he should be concerned about. he stated that he only goes to his physician when he is sick and the last time he saw his physician was 2 years ago when he had a sinus infection. a. what further assessment does the nurse need to make before designing a teaching plan? b. what topics does the nurse need to include for mr. smith based on current medical recommendations? c. design a teaching plan that covers the topics.