Lower limb vascular Flashcards
1
Q
when to perform Buerger’s Test
A
slow capillary refill time
2
Q
what degree do you raise the legs to in a Buerger’s test
A
45
3
Q
4 pulses to palpate
A
- dorsalis pedis
- posterior tibial
- popliteal
- femoral
4
Q
when to carry out Trendelenberg test
A
varicose insufficiency suspected
5
Q
+ve sign in Trendelenberg test
A
unable to maintain horizontal pelvis whilst on one foot
6
Q
if suspected vascular disease
A
ABPI
