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Raynaud's is an arterial or venous disease? |
Arterial disease characterized by spasms |
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What part of the body is most affected by Raynaud's? |
The fingers |
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Raynaud's affects males or females mostly? |
Females (young) |
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What three things precipitate a Raynaud's attack? |
1. Exposure to cold 2. Emotional stress 3. Tobacco use |
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The digits in Raynaud's feel hot or cold? |
Cold |
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What will the fingers look like in Raynauds? |
Pale, sometimes blue |
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What will you find when you assess the legs of these patients? |
-Weak/absent pulses -Cool -Pale -Hair loss -Shiny thin skin |
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What three sensations will the client experience? |
1. Pain 2. Numbness 3. Tingling |
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What should the client with Raynaud's avoid? |
Cold weather -They should wear gloves and also stop smoking |
