complications of diabetes Flashcards
1
Q
what are the dx tests for PVD?
A
- hx + physical assessment
- doppler
- ankle brachial index
- angiogram (prevent bleeding)
- MRA (magnetic resonance angiography)
2
Q
what are the sx tx options for pvd?
A
- angioplasty
- femoral popliteal bypass graft
- amputation
3
Q
what is a femoral popliteal bypass graft ?
A
Diseased artery left in place, and graft bypasses diseased area
4
Q
What do you monitor post op/ do (bypass graft)?
A
- skin colour
- pedal pulse
- cap refill
- temperature
- keep leg straight for 24h
- routine post op (dressing, site, etc.)
5
Q
what are complications of bypass graft?
A
graft occlusion
compartment syndrome
6
Q
what is are the signs and symptoms of graft occlusion?
A
- pallor
- decreased pedal pulse
- decreased temp
- sudden increase in pain
7
Q
what is compartement syndrome?
A
increased pressure inside a muscle compartment due to swelling that can impair bloodflow
8
Q
what are s and s of compartment syndrome (5P)?
A
- Pallor
- paresthesia
- paralysis
- Pulselessness
- pain
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