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HEALTH SERVICESNURSING PROCEDURECODE: A.7TITLE: ANKLE BRACHIAL INDEX (ABI) MEASUREMENT IN ADULTS A. ABI Test with Automatic ABI System (AAS) B. ABI Test with Handheld Doppler C. Absolute Toe Pressure

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2. Gather the necessary materials, including a blood pressure cuff, Doppler ultrasound device, and a sphygmomanometer.
3. Position the patient comfortably by making them lie down on an examination table.
4. Begin by measuring the blood pressure at both arms using the sphygmomanometer.
5. Apply the blood pressure cuff to the patient's arm and inflate it until the flow of blood stops.
6. Slowly deflate the cuff while using the Doppler ultrasound device to listen for the return of blood flow.
7. Note the pressure reading at which the sound of blood flow returns, known as the ankle systolic pressure.
8. Repeat the process on the other ankle and record the ankle systolic pressure.
9. Finally, calculate the ankle brachial index by dividing the highest ankle systolic pressure by the highest brachial systolic pressure.
10. Document the results and interpret them based on the established standards.

Who needs title ankle brachial index?

1. The ankle brachial index is used as a diagnostic tool for individuals who may be at risk for peripheral artery disease (PAD).
2. It is particularly useful for patients with symptoms such as leg pain, cramping, or ulcers that may indicate a blockage in the blood vessels.
3. Additionally, individuals with risk factors like diabetes, smoking, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or a family history of PAD should also undergo ankle brachial index testing.
4. Healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, and vascular specialists, may recommend or order an ankle brachial index test to assess a patient's vascular health.

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What is title ankle brachial index?

Title ankle brachial index is a measure of the ratio of the blood pressure in the lower legs to the blood pressure in the arms.

Who is required to file title ankle brachial index?

Healthcare professionals such as doctors, nurses, and technicians are required to perform and file title ankle brachial index tests.

How to fill out title ankle brachial index?

To fill out title ankle brachial index, the healthcare professional will measure the blood pressure in the arms and ankles using a blood pressure cuff and Doppler ultrasound.

What is the purpose of title ankle brachial index?

The purpose of title ankle brachial index is to diagnose peripheral arterial disease by assessing blood flow and pressure in the legs.

What information must be reported on title ankle brachial index?

The information reported on title ankle brachial index includes the blood pressure measurements in the arms and ankles, as well as the calculated ankle brachial index ratio.