University:
Liberty University
Course:
BIOM 500 | Introduction to Biomedical Sciences
Academic year:

2024
Views:

101

Pages:

5
Author:

Jabin F.

Diagnostic Evaluation of RAYNAUDS DISEASE History collection of physical Examination The pt. should be affected and by family history of Cardiac or Vascular disorder history of hypertension etc. In the physical Examination, the nurse should check colour changes in the extremity and should monitor any signs of loss of sensation. Cold stimulation test In this test, the affected area is briefly exposed to cold usually to ice water. If the pt. is having raynauds disease It will take more this normal time to become sensed in relation to other parts of the body. Blood studies In the blood studies usually ESR level will be get increased. Management Lifestyle modification pharmacological management Lifestyle modification. Avoid smoking The smoking can cause decrease in the skin temp. and increase in the constriction of blood vessels. So it should be avoided. Regular Exercise It will increase the circulation throughout the body. and help for Vasodilation. Control stress Avoided of stressful condition will help to prevent hypertensive attack and prevent from Narrowing of blood vessels. Pharmacological Management Calcium Channel blockers It will help to dilate the blood vessels hands and feet. Ex: amlodipine, nifedipine Alpha blockers It will help for the vasodilation of blood vessels. eg: Prazosin Vasodilators It will help to dilate the blood vessels eg: Nitroglycerin Treatment with antibiotics are necessary if the pt developing gangrene.