Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) is significantly underdiagnosed. While PAD affects around 8.5 million Americans and prevalence rises with age (up to 20% over 60), only 10-20% are clinically diagnosed, highlighting a major gap in awareness and screening.
According to the ADA Standards, what needs to be included in the initial screening for PAD?
- History of leg fatigue and calf pain when walking.
- Lower extremity pain that is worse at night and restless legs.
- Leg cramps coupled and frequent unexplained bruising.
- Onychomycosis and unusual callus formation.
Level 2 | Standard 12: Lower Extremity Assessment
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