varicose vines
Definition
Risk factors
treatment
Diet therapy
Preventions
Pathophysiology
Sings and symptoms
Diagnostic test
Complications
Gnarled, enlarged veins, most commonly appearing in the legs and feet.(Michaels, JA (April 2019).
An achy or heavy feeling in your legs
Burning, throbbing, muscle cramping and swelling in your lower legs
Veins that appear twisted and bulging; they are often like cords on your legs
Veins that are dark purple or blue in color
obesity
pregnancy
sex
family history
age
blood cloth
bleeding
ulcers
the vines become scattered
and alterations in shear stress are the major pathophysiological
structural changes in the vein wall, inflammation
blood vessels lose it elasticity
Venous hypertension, venous valvular incompetence,
resulting in low venous blood return.(JA April 2019).
ointment
tropical creams
elastic bandage
tight stockings
Watching your weight
Eating a high-fiber, low-salt diet
Exercising
ginger, avocados, beet
Rosemary.
Foods High in Rutin
doppler
blood tests
ultra sound
physical examinations
Worsened pain after sitting or standing for a long time
Standing or sitting for long periods of time
Avoiding high heels and tight hosiery
Changing your sitting or standing position regularly
Nursing care plan
nursing diagnosis
Ineffective Tissue Perfusion
outcomes
Client will not experience pulmonary embolism, as evidenced by normal breathing, normal heart rate, and absence of dyspnea and chest pain.
intervention
Apply below-knee compression stockings as prescribed
elevate the legs
Measure the circumference of the affected leg with a tape measure.
promote circulation by changing position