intermittent pneumatic compression (IPC) Flashcards
1
Q
What are indications for the use of IPC?
A
- edema
- venous stasis ulcers
- stump reduction for amputees
- prevention of DVTs
- wound healing
- arterial insufficiency
- lymphedema
2
Q
IPC (should/should not) be applied during the acute stage of healing when treating edema secondary to an injury/trauma
A
SHOULD NOT (only for post-acute and chronic stages of healing)
3
Q
What are contraindications for IPC?
A
- acute PE
- CHF
- DVT
- acute Fx
- acute local dermatological conditions
- uncontrolled HTN (unless pharmacologically controlled)
4
Q
How do you calculate the maximum inflation pressure for IPC?
A
diastolic BP - 10 mmHg
5
Q
How long is the treatment time for IPC?
A
45 minutes-4 hours
6
Q
(true/false) A patient should not empty their bladder before receiving IPC treatments.
A
false
