Care of Patients With Hypertension and Peripheral Vascular Disease

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and definitions related to hypertension and peripheral vascular disease for exam preparation.

Hypertension

A condition characterized by consistently high blood pressure.

Aneurysm

An outpouching of an artery wall resulting from a structural defect.

Arteriosclerosis

A condition involving hardening of the arteries.

Atherosclerosis

Narrowing of arteries due to lipid deposits.

Thrombophlebitis

Inflammation of a vein associated with a blood clot.

Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)

Formation of a blood clot in a deep vein, usually in the legs.

Chronic Venous Insufficiency

A condition where the vein valves in the legs do not work effectively.

Raynaud's Disease

A spasm of the arteries causing reduced blood flow to the extremities.

Complications of Hypertension

High blood pressure can lead to significant health problems including myocardial infarction, stroke, and kidney failure.

Venous Stasis Ulcer

An ulcer resulting from poor venous blood flow, common in patients with chronic venous insufficiency.