mod 1 name that ulcer Flashcards
due to ischemia
AU
due to stagnation of blood under pressure
VU
occur on weight bearing points
AU
occur on the medial side of the leg
VU
bleed
VU
dont bleed
AU
painless bc neuropathy
AU
painful
VU
due to high blood pressures in the superficial veins
VU
Leakage of blood under high pressure from the deep veins into superficial system result in venous dialtion
VU
leathery and skin pigmented
VU
caused by skin ischemia, usually in association with atherosclerotic peripheral vascular disease
AU
occurs normally on the toes, dorsum of the foot, anterior tibial area, or heel and appears as patches of dry gangrene
AU
Shallow and Superficial
VU
Irregular shape and Small to large
VU
Painful related to edema, phlebitis, or infection
VU
Usually appear on the lower leg and ankle
VU
Frequently the individual develops contact dermatitis & Hemosiderin staining
VU
Full thickness wound & Punched out appearance
AU
Wound edges are smooth & Complaints of nocturnal pain relieved by dangling leg
AU
Individuals prefer to sleep in a chair which impacts negatively on healing potential
AU
Located mainly on the lateral foot, can occur anywhere on the lower leg or foot & Lower extremities cool to touch
AU
Skin is pale, shiny, taut, and thin & Periwound skin pale
AU
Minimal to no hair growth on lower limbs & Minimal drainage
AU
Wound bed contains bright red granulation tissue
AU
Deep vein thrombosis & Congestive heart failure are RF
VU
Varicose veins & Incompetent valves
VU
Any condition resulting in muscle weakness in the lower extremities
VU
Malnutrition & Obesity
VU
Immobility & Pregnancy
VU
Vascular insufficiency & Uncontrolled DM
AU
Limited joint mobility & Inadequate footwear
AU
charcot foot and retinopathy
AU
renal disease and ulcer history
AU
increased age
AU
