Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a common disease caused by a buildup of fatty deposits in the blood vessels of the legs. PAD often results in pain or discomfort caused by decreased blood supply to the leg muscles during physical activity (a symptom called claudication).
Contents
- 1 What is PAD in healthcare?
- 2 What is PAD procedure?
- 3 What is a PAD assessment?
- 4 What are some nursing interventions for PAD?
- 5 What is the main cause of PAD?
- 6 Can PAD be cured?
- 7 How long does PAD surgery take?
- 8 How long is recovery from PAD surgery?
- 9 How long does Peripheral artery bypass surgery take?
- 10 How is a pad test done?
- 11 How is a PAD screening done?
- 12 How do u test for PAD?
- 13 How do you care for a patient with PVD?
- 14 How do you write a nursing intervention?
- 15 What signs and symptoms of peripheral vascular diseases should be reported to the nurse?
What is PAD in healthcare?
The most common symptom of lower- extremity peripheral artery disease is painful muscle cramping in the hips, thighs or calves when walking, climbing stairs or exercising. The pain of PAD often goes away when you stop exercising, although this may take a few minutes. Working muscles need more blood flow.
What is PAD procedure?
During this procedure, a catheter (thin tube) with a balloon at the tip is inserted into a blocked artery. The balloon is then inflated, which pushes plaque outward against the artery wall. This widens the artery and restores blood flow. A stent (a small mesh tube) may be placed in the artery during angioplasty.
What is a PAD assessment?
Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) Assessment Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) occurs when arteries in your legs or arms become narrowed. One in 20 Americans 50 and over is at increased risk of heart attack or stroke due to PAD. This quick, free assessment will measure your risk and help you identify ways to reduce it.
What are some nursing interventions for PAD?
How is PAD treated?
- quitting smoking, if you smoke.
- lowering your blood pressure.
- lowering your cholesterol levels.
- managing your blood sugar levels.
- following a healthy eating plan.
- getting regular exercise, such as 30 minutes of brisk walking, every day.
- losing weight if you’re too heavy.
What is the main cause of PAD?
Peripheral artery disease is often caused by atherosclerosis. In atherosclerosis, fatty deposits build up on your artery walls and reduce blood flow. Although discussions of atherosclerosis usually focus on the heart, the disease can and usually does affect arteries throughout your body.
Can PAD be cured?
There’s no cure for peripheral arterial disease (PAD), but lifestyle changes and medicine can help reduce the symptoms. These treatments can also help reduce your risk of developing other types of cardiovascular disease (CVD), such as: coronary heart disease.
How long does PAD surgery take?
Your blood can now bypass the blockage and flow where it’s needed. This surgery takes 2 to 5 hours, and you won’t be awake for it. You usually stay in the hospital for 3 to 7 days.
How long is recovery from PAD surgery?
Your incision may be sore for several days. You should be able to walk farther now without needing to rest. Full recovery from surgery may take 6 to 8 weeks.
How long does Peripheral artery bypass surgery take?
The procedure itself generally takes three to five hours, but the preparation and recovery time add several hours. The surgery may require a minimum hospital stay of four to seven days.
How is a pad test done?
The test involves directly feeling the pulse and listening with a stethoscope in the groin (inguinal region), behind the knees, and ankles to examine the condition of the blood flow. The pulse will be weak or difficult to find if there is an area where an artery has become narrowed or obstructed.
How is a PAD screening done?
A simple, quick and non-invasive procedure, the peripheral artery disease test only requires removing the socks and shoes. Blood pressure cuffs are placed around the upper arms and ankles. A small ultrasound device will then measure the systolic blood pressure in your limbs.
How do u test for PAD?
Some of the tests your doctor may rely on to diagnose peripheral artery disease are:
- Physical exam.
- Ankle-brachial index (ABI).
- Ultrasound.
- Angiography.
- Blood tests.
How do you care for a patient with PVD?
Treatment may include:
- Lifestyle changes to control risk factors, including regular exercise, proper nutrition, and quitting smoking.
- Aggressive treatment of existing conditions that may worsen PVD, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol.
How do you write a nursing intervention?
When writing nursing interventions, follow these tips:
- Write the date and sign the plan.
- Nursing interventions should be specific and clearly stated, beginning with an action verb indicating what the nurse is expected to do.
- Use only abbreviations accepted by the institution.
What signs and symptoms of peripheral vascular diseases should be reported to the nurse?
Other symptoms of PVD include:
- Buttock pain.
- Numbness, tingling, or weakness in the legs.
- Burning or aching pain in the feet or toes while resting.
- A sore on a leg or a foot that will not heal.
- One or both legs or feet feeling cold or changing color (pale, bluish, dark reddish)
- Loss of hair on the legs.
- Impotence.
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