22 Questions
What is the role of the intima in arteries?
Synthesizing regulators of thrombosis
Which artery supplies blood to the temporal region of the head?
Carotid
What is the function of venous valves?
Promoting directional venous return to the heart
Which lymphoid tissue drains fluid from the ulnar surface of the forearm and hand?
Epitrochlear nodes
What are examples of arterial macrovascular conditions?
Renal and aortic occlusive diseases
What are common venous conditions?
Venous stasis and thrombotic disorders
What percentage of the US population has one of several genetic risk factors for thrombotic disorders?
~ 5%
What is the main function of calf muscles in the venous system?
Acting as a venous pump
What is the most common lesion associated with claudication in the superficial femoral artery?
Stenosis
What is the most common site for claudication associated with superficial femoral-artery stenosis?
Mid-thigh
Which vessel is also a common site for occlusion associated with claudication?
Popliteal artery
What are the clinical findings associated with peripheral arterial disease?
Dependent rubor and pallor on elevation
What lifestyle change is emphasized for patients with peripheral arterial disease?
Smoking cessation
Which medication is used for treating peripheral arterial disease?
Antiplatelet drugs
In which patients is percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PTA) preferred?
Patients who are 50 years of age or younger
Which condition is characterized by episodic spasm of small arteries and arterioles, with no vascular occlusion?
Raynaud’s disease
What is the test used to evaluate the degree of peripheral arterial disease (PAD) and to assess baseline and changes after treatment?
Ankle-brachial index (ABI)
What is the normal range for the ankle-brachial index (ABI)?
0.90-1.20
What condition is characterized by localized edema involving one or both legs without pitting?
Lymphedema
What test is NOT used to determine if surgery is necessary for peripheral arterial disease (PAD)?
Ankle-brachial index (ABI)
What is the primary aggravating factor for Raynaud’s disease or phenomenon?
Exposure to cold
What findings are associated with Leriche’s syndrome?
Impotence / Erectile Dysfunction
Learn about the vascular components, arteries, and the three concentric layers. Understand how injury to the vascular endothelial cells can result in thrombus formation and atheroma's. Explore the single layer endothelial cells with many metabolic properties.
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