DVT
In suspected venous thromboembolism, an elevated level of this lab marker may indicate clot formation but is nonspecific
What is D Dimer
Patients with peripheal venous disease have this type of pain
This noninvasive imaging test uses sound waves to visualize blood flow and detect blockages in arteries affected by PAD.
What is a Doppler ultrasound
This classification of HTN has no cause
What is primary (essential) HTN
A patient is on Heparin needs this lab drawn to determine if the patient is therapeutic
What is a PTT
These intermittent pneumatic devices help prevent venous stasis but should NOT be used when DVT is suspected.
What are SCDs (sequential compression devices)
Unlike arterial disease, pain from peripheral venous disease often improves with this action.
What is elevating the legs
In severe PAD, reduced blood flow can lead to this dangerous outcome involving tissue death, sometimes requiring amputation.
What is gangrene
This diet is known to be used in patients with HTN
What is DASH diet
These medications, such as aspirin or clopidogrel, are commonly prescribed in PAD to reduce the risk of blood clots
What are antiplatelet drugs
Patients with confirmed DVT are typically started on this class of medications, which includes apixaban and enoxaparin.
What are anticoagulants
A sudden increase in purulent drainage, odor, and erythema in a venous ulcer suggests this complication.
What is wound infection or cellulitis
This classic symptom of PAD involves leg pain or cramping during walking that improves with rest.
What is claudication
This enzyme is needed to convert Angiotension I to Angiotension II
What is ACE- Angiotensin converting enzyme
Raynaud’s episodes are typically triggered by emotional stress or exposure to this environmental condition.
What is cold
The most life-threatening complication of an untreated DVT occurs when the clot travels to this organ
What is the lung (pulmonary embolism)
Prolonged standing, pregnancy, obesity, and jobs like nursing or hairdressing increase the risk for this type of superficial venous disorder
What are varicose veins
A simple bedside test comparing blood pressure in the ankle and arm helps diagnose PAD; it’s known by this three-word name
What is the ankle-brachial index
This term is known as how much pressure your blood is exerting against arterial walls while the heart is resting between beats
What is Diastolic blood pressure
Buerger’s disease occurs almost exclusively in young male patients who use this substance heavily
What is tobacco (smoking or vaping nicotine)
This triad—stasis, endothelial injury, and hypercoagulability—describes the major contributors to DVT formation.
What is Virchow’s triad
Long-standing venous ulcers with chronic inflammation increase the risk of malignant transformation into this rare skin cancer
What is Marjolin’s ulcer (squamous cell carcinoma)
This lifestyle change is one of the most important interventions to slow the progression of PAD and reduce complications.
What is smoking cessation
Pregnant women should not use this type of HTN medication. It can also increase K levels and increase protein in the urine. Losartan is an example of this classification of drugs
What is an ARB
First-line pharmacologic management for severe Raynaud’s includes this class of medications, which cause vasodilation.
What are calcium channel blockers