A Patient Is Having Segmental Pressure Measurements Conducted to Help

question 30

Multiple Choice

A patient is having segmental pressure measurements conducted to help diagnose peripheral vascular disease. What finding would indicate the presence of this disorder?

• A) thigh pressure higher than the arm
• B) calf pressure higher than the arm
• C) calf pressure lower than the arm
• D) no difference between the arm or leg

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Definitions:

Stomach

A muscular, hollow organ in the gastrointestinal tract of humans and many animals, where digestion of food begins.

Voluntary Motor

Pertaining to movements that are under the conscious control of the brain, intended to perform specific actions.

Sensory Functioning

Refers to the efficiency and accuracy with which the senses, such as hearing, vision, touch, taste, and smell, operate and process external stimuli.

Factitious Disorder

A disorder in which a person feigns or induces symptoms, typically for the purpose of assuming the role of a sick person.