Anatomy 2086 Josephine Morrow Vism Packet.

Anatomy 2086 Josephine Morrow Vism Packet. DESCRIBE DISEASE PROCESS AFFECTING PATIENT (INCLUDE PATHOPHYSIOLOGY OF DISEASE PROCESS) DIAGNOSTIC TESTS (REASON FOR TEST AND RESULTS) PATIENT INFORMATION ANTICIPATED PHYSICAL FINDING Albumin level test: 3.4 Prealbumin test: 14.7 Test used to detect protein level, Protein in essential for proper wound healing plays a role in new cell growth Chronic Venous Insufficiency is improper functioning of the vein valves in the lower extremities. Pathophysiology including factors such as venous hypertension, incompetent valves in the veins, deep vein obstructions (DVT) and decreased function of the skeletal muscle pumps. The clinical manifestation is associated with impaired blood flow. In contrast to the ischemia caused by arterial insufficiency, venous insufficiency leads to tissue congestion, edema, and eventual impairment of tissue nutrition. Mrs. Morrow, 80-year- old white female who develop a venous stasis ulcer on her right medial malleolus while still living at home. The current plan of care is focused on promoting wound healing, improving venous return, and preventing skin breakdown.  Examine the legs for edema, comparing one leg with the other  Impaired blood flow  Ischemia caused by arterial insufficiency  Skin integrity  Perform Hydrocolloid dressing to right lower leg ulcer  Irrigated the wound with normal saline  Teach and educate patient about Antiembolism stocking to left leg and elastic bandage to right leg  Encourage the patient to elevate the leg.