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Scorebuilders: Cardiopulmonary and Pulmonary Systems > PT Tests And Measures For Cardio And Pulm Systems: Capillary Refill Time > Flashcards

PT Tests And Measures For Cardio And Pulm Systems: Capillary Refill Time Flashcards

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What is capillary refill time indicative of?

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Indicator of impaired perfusion to the extremities.

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What is a normal capillary refill time?

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Full color returns in <2 seconds

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What is an abnormal capillary refill time? What does it indicate?

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Refill time is >2 seconds

Indicating capillary blood flow is compromised (i.e. arterial occlusion, hypovolemic shock, hypothermia)

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