Arterial Wounds

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Medicine - Podiatry

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Arterial wounds are frequently caused by _____, which leads to reduced blood flow and tissue damage.
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A lower extremity (LE) wound with Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) is defined as a condition where _____ is below resting metabolic requirements.
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Causes of poor perfusion include conditions such as _____, which can lead to inadequate blood supply to tissues.
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Systemic presentation of arterial insufficiency includes symptoms like _____, which indicate severe peripheral artery disease.
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Erythema is characterized by _____, often seen in conditions involving increased blood flow to the skin.
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Arterial wounds usually appear on the _____ and are characterized by a painful, ice cream scoop-like appearance.
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Diagnostic testing for arterial wounds includes the Ankle Brachial Index (ABI) and _____, which help assess blood flow.
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The normal value for the Ankle Brachial Index (ABI) ranges from _____, indicating adequate blood flow.
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A Toe Brachial Index (TBI) value under _____ indicates severe arterial disease.
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The normal value for the Toe Brachial Index (TBI) is greater than _____, suggesting normal blood flow.
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The Toe Brachial Index is performed when the Ankle Brachial Index (ABI) is abnormally high (greater than _____) due to calcification.
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Transcutaneous Oxygen Pressure (TcPO2) is considered normal when it is greater than _____, indicating good wound healing potential.
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Use a _____ for assessing the dorsalis pedis artery to evaluate blood flow in the foot.
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A capillary refill time of greater than _____ seconds is considered abnormal, indicating potential circulatory issues.
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In a supine position, elevate the lower extremity to _____ degrees to assess venous return and potential insufficiency.
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Normal venous filling time is approximately _____ seconds, indicating efficient venous return.
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