Arterial Disorders Flashcards
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Acute arterial occlusion
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It is a medical emergency.
Numb pain no pulse
1
Q
Atherosclerosis
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If in one place it is everywhere
2
Q
DVT(deep vein thrombosis)
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Blood stasis, vessel injury, blood coagulation.
Blood gets into tissue, but can’t leave
3
Q
Symptoms of DVT
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Edema
Tenderness
Warmth
4
Q
Treatment of DVT
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Anticoagulant drugs Limit vitamin K Surgery Bed rest Elevate TED hose Warm moist heat Prevention is key
