You are presenting a workshop at the senior citizens center about how the changes of aging predisposes clients to vascular occlusive disorders. what would you name as the most common cause of peripheral arterial problems in the older adult?

Atherosclerosis

Explanation:

Atherosclerosis is a condition in which plaque, fat, and other substances accumulate in the artery walls, which restricts blood flow and can lead to serious health complications. This disease is the most common cause of peripheral arterial problems in the elderly. Its manifestations depend on where the disease first compromises. These include infarction or angina when affecting the coronary arteries, pain and lameness in the lower limbs when affecting the legs, and finally stroke when affecting the carotid arteries.

answer; (false);