cardio: peripherial arterial disease Flashcards
1
Q
peripherial arterial disease occurs in
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lower legs
2
Q
peripherial arterial disease occues when
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the atherosclerosis invloves arteries suppling lower extremities
3
Q
intermittent claudication:
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when walking, the compromised blood flow is inadequate to meet the muscle oxygen requirements
4
Q
difference between PAD and PVD
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peripheral artery disease specifically affects the arteries in the legs, while peripheral vascular disease can affect any blood vessel outside of the heart and brain.
5
Q
PAD in legs
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intermittent claudication
ischemic type pain results - angina of legs
6
Q
the severity of the atheroscleoris can be gauged by:
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how far the person can wlak bofre onset of pain
7
Q
people with PAD are at higher risk of:
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arterial ulcers and gangrene
