Venous Disorders (CVI & VTE) Flashcards

1
Q

T/F: Veins are a high pressure system

A

False. Veins are a low pressure system responsible for getting blood back to the heart

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2
Q

Which ulcers are Above the medial malleolus, painful, deep and wide

A

venous

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3
Q

Describe the skin of CVI?

A

Leathery with brownish or brawny appearance

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4
Q

T/F: CVI patients never experience eczema

A

False

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5
Q

To aid in venous return, what device would you apply to a CVI patient?

A

SCUDS or compression socks

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6
Q

My CVI patient works at Kroger as a cashier, what about her occupation will worsen CVI?

A

Standing for long periods of time

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7
Q

What type of diet is recommended for CVI patients?

A

High calorie, high protein for skin healing

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8
Q

Why do we typically not use TED hose?

A

An incorrect fit can impede blood flow

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9
Q

What are the three factors of virchow’s triad?

A

Venous stasis, endothelial damage, and blood hypercoagulability

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10
Q

List the risk factors of venous stasis
age?
mobility?
heart _____?
fractured _____ or _____
weight?
_______ veins

A

Advanced age,
bedrest, long trips without rest,
heart failure,
fractured leg or hip,
obesity,pregnancy
varicose veins

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11
Q

T/F: VTE is typically manifest as bilateral edema

A

False

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12
Q

Describe the veins of someone experiencing a VTE

A

Dilated

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13
Q

Most VTE patients describe their legs in this way

A

Fullness in thighs or calf

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14
Q

What is the most serious complication of a VTE

A

pulmonary embolus

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15
Q

How often should a VTE patient ambulate?

A

q2h

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16
Q

Why do we flex/extend feet/hips/knees q 2-4h of VTE patients? (while awake)

A

To mimic skeletal muscle pump

17
Q

What is another name for a Greenfield filter?

A

Vena cava filter