Assignment task: Daniel Covington, a 75-year-old male, noticed that his lower legs began to swell after he sat for long periods of time. Mr. Covington used to own a restaurant, which he sold 10 years ago. He currently spends most of his days reading and tending his vegetable garden in the summer. Mr. Covington was diagnosed with hypertension 20 years ago and currently takes a diuretic. At times, Mr. Covington experiences his heart "skipping a beat"; however, his most recent cardiogram showed no evidence of arterial or ventricular blood flow changes. Mr. Covington stopped smoking at age 33 and enjoys an occasional beer on weekends. Both of his daughters are in the medical profession and constantly urge him to be more proactive with his healthcare needs. Mr. Covington's wife encourages him to seek medical attention when the leg swelling appears to be getting worse.
1. What are Mr. Covington's risk factors for the development of peripheral arterial disease?
2. Which type of perfusion dysfunction is Mr. Covington experiencing? Looking for Course Help?
3. What is the pathologic process resulting in Mr. Covington's leg swelling?