Compression

Question 1

mechanical force that increases external pressure on the body to improve fluid balance and circulation

Answer 1

compression

Question 2

compression indications (5)

Answer 2

1. edema/lymphedema
2. prevent DVT
3. residual limb
4. hypertrophic scarring
5. venous stasis ulcer

Question 3

compression contraindications (5)

Answer 3

1. DVT
2. CHF
3. acute injury
4. cancer/infection
5. uncontrolled HTN

Question 4

which type of compression improves circulation more effectively?

Answer 4

intermittent (milking)

Question 5

compression improves venous and lymphatic circulation due to…

Answer 5

hydrostatic pressure

Question 6

can limit the shape and size of new tissue formation by acting as a second skin

Answer 6

compression garments/bandages

Question 7

active mm pushing against an inelastic bandage

Answer 7

working pressue

Question 8

applies pressure whether pt is moving or not (elastic)

Answer 8

resting pressure

Question 9

compression pump parameters
max pressure:
inflation/deflation ratio:
duration:

Answer 9

max pressure: UE 60 LE 80 (or diastolic)
inflation/deflation ratio: 3:1
duration: 2-3 hours

Question 10

compression garment pressure for DVT prevention

Answer 10

16-18 mmHg

Question 11

compression garment pressure for scar formation

Answer 11

20-30 mmHg

Question 12

compression garment pressure for edema

Answer 12

30-40 mmHg

Question 13

compression garment pressure for immobile pts

Answer 13

60-70 mmHg