Propylthiouracil (PTU)
Hyperthyroidism
CNS: drowsiness, headache, paresthesia, vertigo
CV: edema, vasculitis
GI: HEPATOTOXICITY, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of taste
What is emphysema?
destruction of alveolar wall and of the pulmonary capillary bed leading to decreased
ability ...
increased RR with pain, lack of O2, increase in pressure
Why would someone with peripheral aneurysms have edema?
pooling of blood, venous return/arterial flow is all altered and area will become
edematous
What causes peripheral aneurysms?
unmanaged hypertension
Why can arterial blockage cause a thrombus?
when you slow the blood flow enough, a clot can develop spontaneously
What is claudication?
cramping or pain in leg muscles brought on by walking or exercise
"if you're legs are talking while you're walking, you better listen"
Why does claudication occur?
metabolic demand of O2 has increased and pain is caused by release of lactic acid
When is claudication a concern?
when the pain doesn't go away once exercise has stopped
What is ischemia?
a temporary deficiency of blood flow to an organ or tissue
Why is time important when treating ischemia?
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