related terms ch 21

angiogram

x-ray of a bv that becomes visible due to prior injection of dye into bloodstream

carotid sinus massage

a procedure that involves rubbing the large part of the arterial wall at the point where the common carotid artery divides into its two main branches

intermittent claudication

limp that results from cramping leg pain that is typically caused by obstruction of the arteries

korotkoff sounds

distinctive sounds caused by turbulent arterial blood flow, heard through a stethoscope while measuring bp

normotensive

normal bp

orthostatic hypotension

form of low bp that occurs when a person stands up from sitting or lying down; can cause dizziness/lightheadedness

phlebitis

vein inflammation

raynaud’s phenomenon

condition caused by decreased blood flow to the extremities characterized by pain, numbness, and discoloration when a person is subjected to cold temps or emotional stress

sclerotherapy

treatment of varicose veins in which an irritant is injected to cause inflammation, coagulation of blood, and narrowing of the bv wall

sphygmomanometer

blood pressure cuff

syncope

a temporary loss of consciousness due to a sudden drop in bp

thrill

vibration felt in a bv that usually occurs due to abnormal blood flow; often noticed at the fistula of a hemodialysis patient

thrombophlebitis

an inflammation in a vein associated with the formation of a thrombus (clot)

vascular murmur

periodic abnormal sounds heard with auscultation that result from turbulent blood flow

white coat hypertension

short-term increase in bp triggered by sight of medical personnel in white coats or other medical attire