Nur 209 Exam 2 (Cardiovascular) 2024 Questions And Answers

Brawny edema {Ans: this is local only and its characterized by thick skin and skin discoloration this is a sign of a venous condition}What happens during the T wave? {Ans: the ventricles are relaxing}As part of the assessment of the peripheral vascular system, inspection includes.. {Ans: you're looking at the upper and lower extremities look for: symmetry cyanosis/ acrocyanosis nail beds: clubbing edema variscosities (which means a weakened vein that cant withstand pressure) ulcerations or lesions}Implementation methods for venous insufficiency {Ans: prevent venous stasis by: avoiding constrictions (crossing legs/ tight clothes) assist in leg exercises (flexion and extension) anti-embolism stockings (stays on for 8-9 hrs) pneumatic compression devices impulse foot pumps (not that effective) anticoagulation prophylaxis (an SQ injection) with venous insufficiency you want to try to elevate the legs to bring blood to the heart fluid restriction (if PT is on IV fluids, minus that #) do daily weighs (if PT gains 1kg per day, its a sign of fluid overload)}Implementation methods for arterial insufficiency {Ans: with arterial insufficiency you want to dangle the legs to get blood from the heart to the legs}As part of the assessment of the peripheral vascular system, palpation