A Critically Ill Patient Tends to Receive Medication Through Which

question 24

Multiple Choice

A critically ill patient tends to receive medication through which route?

• A)IV
• B)Oral
• C)Rectal
• D)Inhalation

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Definitions:

Ankle-Brachial Index

A non-invasive test used to check for peripheral artery disease, comparing the blood pressure in the ankle with the blood pressure in the arm.

Peripheral Vascular Disease

A condition characterized by the narrowing of blood vessels outside of the heart and brain, which can reduce blood flow to limbs, organs, and other areas of the body.

Claudication

Pain and cramping in the legs due to inadequate blood supply during exercise, often a symptom of peripheral artery disease.

Acute Venous Symptoms

Symptoms that arise from sudden issues with venous circulation, potentially causing swelling, pain, or skin changes.