Buerger's Disease ( Thromboangitis Obliterans)

Question 1

This disease is the obstruction and inflammation of blood vessels mainly where?

Answer 1

Hands and feet

Question 2

Clients present with what symptoms?

Answer 2

Pale, blue , cold hands and feet. They may tingle or be painful

Question 3

Who are most at risk for this disease ?

Answer 3

Males who smoke or chew tobacco

Question 4

What are the treatment goals ?

Answer 4

There is no cure, only symptom control!

1. Teach to stop smoking
2. Try to reduce life stressors
3. Dress correctly for the weather