A client is diagnosed with peripheral arterial disease. A review of the client's chart shows an ankle-brachial index (ABI) on th
e right of 0.45. This indicates that the right foot has which of the following? a. No arterial insufficiency
b. Very mild arterial insufficiency
c. Moderate to severe arterial insufficiency
d. Tissue loss to that foot
The ABI or the ankle-brachial index examination refers to a noninvasive and brisk way to determine PAD or peripheral artery disease. The disease takes place when narrowed arteries diminish the flow of blood to the limbs. The condition can result in leg pain at the time of walking and enhances the chances of stroke and heart attack.
On the basis of ABI, one can find that a healthy individual lacking arterial insufficiency exhibits an ABI of about 10. Those with an ABI of 0.95 to 0.5 shows minor to modest arterial insufficiency. The individuals with an ABI of less than 0.50 exhibits ischemic rest pain. Those with the loss of tissue show extreme ischemia and an ABI of 0.25 or less.
