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A patient is having segmental pressure measurements conducted to help diagnose peripheral vascular disease. Which of the following would indicate the presence of this disorder?
1. thigh pressure higher than the arm
2. calf pressure higher than the arm
3. calf pressure lower than the arm
4. no difference between the arm or leg
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11 years ago
3. calf pressure lower than the arm

IN PAD the circulatory system is not properly functioning due to the arteries not getting enough blood. This is a condition that can occur because of diabetes, atherosclerosis or smoking. The legs of the body are more effected by this than the arm because they are further away from the heart so option 3 is correct. 
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Noninvasive studies often are sufficient to diagnose peripheral vascular disease. Segmental pressure measurements use sphygmomanometer cuffs and a Doppler device to compare blood pressures between the upper and lower extremities and within different segments of the affected extremity. In peripheral vascular disease (PVD), the blood pressure may be lower in the legs than in the arms.
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