Vascular conditions Flashcards
1
Q
VTE
A
Venous thromboembolism. Blood clot forms more often in the deep veins of the leg, groin or arm travelling through the circulatory system and lodging in the lungs
2
Q
Symptoms of VTE
A
SOB Tachycardia Chest pain Increased HR Light headedness
3
Q
Symptoms of DVT
A
Leg pain or tenderness
Oedma
Warm skin
Red discolouration
4
Q
Treatment of VTE
A
Anticoagulants Thrombolytics Anti-embolism stockings Positioning or exercise Elevation Pain management
5
Q
Virchow’s triangle
A
- Venous stasis
- Activation of blood coagulation
- Vein damage
