Limb ischaemia Flashcards
1
Q
ABPI > 1.3 what do u do?
A
Do not compress as suggests calcified vessels.
2
Q
Compression bandages are acceptable when ABPI what value/
A
> 0.8
3
Q
0.9 to 1.2 what can you do?
A
Full compression
4
Q
0.6 - 0.8 ?
A
Reduced compression and refer
5
Q
< 0.6 no compression, refer.
A
Refer.
6
Q
ABPI 0.9
A
Graduated compression
7
Q
ABPI 0.4
A
Refer for assessment.
8
Q
Note, SIGN guidelines state that an ABPI >/= 0.8 can be safely compressed, anything below 0.8 should be referred for a vascular assessment.
A
ABPI above 1.3 or 1.5 should not be compressed as suggests calcified vessels.
