The PTA Applies Ice to a Patient's Hand

question 8

Multiple Choice

The PTA applies ice to a patient's hand.The patient has sudden blanching,cyanosis,and arrhythmia of the fingers.The ice pack is removed and 10 to 15 minutes later,blood flow returns to the fingers.At this point the fingers become red and painful.What phenomenon does this patient present with,and what other condition will this patient most likely present with?

• A) Raynaud's phenomenon, systemic lupus erythematosus
• B) Raimiste's phenomenon, scleroderma
• C) Raynaud's phenomenon, scleroderma
• D) Raimiste's phenomenon, systemic lupus erythematosus

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