Venous ulcer

Varicose veins are caused by venous insufficiency, which means the veins are not moving the blood properly. This is a common condition, especially for women over 50 years and men over 70 years. However, varicose veins do occur in younger people. Treatment for varicose veins is aimed at removing the unsightly vein as well as correcting the underlying cause. It is important to consider venous treatment at the first sign of venous insufficiency, so the problem does not develop into a serious issue.…

TASK 1 As a part of my primary health care practice, I was posted in a rural clinical setting which is located in the North Island of New Zealand. The main objectives of my clinical setting are to provide patient-centered care, promote health and well-being of the patient and to provide support to the family/whanau as well (Registered Nurse [RN], personal communication, February 10, 2016). Primary health care services deliver a wide range of health services which include treatment, health…

before embarking on wound management for patient A, that aids the compliances of the patient in the processes of the wound treatments. The Institution Review Board governing the primary care center approved the study. Confirmation and evidenced by venous ulcer healing with the application of Dura fiber Ag dressing material that was used. Wound dressing was performed at the allocated area for wound dressing in order to provide patient privacy for patient.…

There are five main common venous disorders, and several of them have the same symptoms, even though some are more serious than others are. Some disorders result in cosmetic issues rather than serious medical issues, as they are unsightly, but they also cause discomfort. During a consultation with our specialist, you can express your concerns and have an examination of your veins. Here are the most common venous disorders and their symptoms and treatments. • Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI)…

Pressure Ulcers Pressure ulcers are a chronic wound that attacks the skin. Pressure ulcers also known as bedsores. Risk facts The most common risk factor of pressure ulcers is immobility: Improper nutrition is also a risk factor of pressure ulcers. Alzheimer’s disease considered a risk factor because of impairment of mental status (Berman&Slon, 2012). Because of their mental status, patients are unaware of the prevention of pressure ulcers, which makes them more vulnerable to pressure ulcers.…

application of NGF to wounds and ulcers leads to a statistically significant decrease in the wound perimeter (66%) vs. controls.[8, 23, 77, 120] Clinically, topical application of NGF leads to the repair of neurotrophic corneal ulcers, recovery of corneal surface sensitivity [36, 119] and diabetic foot ulcers.[73] Basic Fibroblast Growth Factor (bFGF) Topical application of bFGF enhances the healing for operative wounds, burns, chronic dermal ulcers and diabetic ulcers about 2-fold faster than…

exacerbation. Research has also shown that DVT can occur as a result of prolonged immobility, especially in the elderly. The superficial veins and the deep veins are the two major groups of veins in the leg. The function of these veins is to return venous blood upward to the heart. These veins also have many one-way valves that keep the blood from flowing back down. Restriction of blood flow from the legs causes a build-up of pressure, which in turn forces fluid into the leg called oedema.…

• Nursing Diagnosis: Risk for impaired skin integrity related to an alteration in metabolism as evidenced by patients complaints of itchiness. Risk factors of chemical substance- accumulation of bile salts in the skin and changes in skin turgor evidenced by the 4+ pitting edema. Goal: Patient will maintain skin integrity Outcome: Patient will remain free of skin breakdown throughout the shift. Interventions: • Explain the side effects that the continued scratching could cause. Provide ways to…

It is a complication of long standing chronic venous stasis. Chronic venous stasis is most commonly a result of age-relate valvular insufficiency, however surgery, previous DVT’s, and traumatic injury can also be a cause of venous injury and stasis dermatitis. Venous insufficiency leads to edema and extravasation of blood cels which can result in decreased blood flow to the tissues. The presentation of a…

to Prince of Wales Hospital (POWH) due to an exacerbation of COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) of 2 days presenting as dyspnea on the background of 5-year history of COPD with 1 or 2 exacerbations a year, previous peripheral venous insufficiency with ulcers, previous solitary pulmonary nodule and an ex-smoker with 100 pack-year history. Initial examination presented with respiratory rate of 22 breaths/minute, oxygen saturation of 94%, dull percussion at lower zones bilaterally,…