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Documentation of problem based assessment of the peripheral vascular system

Identify abnormal findings. Course Competency: Select appropriate physical examination skills for the cardiovascular and peripheral vascular systems. Instructions: Content: Use of three sections: · Subjective · Objective · Actual or potential risk factors for the client based on the assessment findings with no description or reason for selection of them.

Format: · Standard American English (correct grammar, punctuation, etc.) Resources: Chapter 5: SOAP Notes: The subjective and objective portion only Sullivan, D. D. (2012). Guide to clinical documentation. [E-Book]. Retrieved from > Smith, L. S. (2001, September). Documentation do’s and don’ts. Nursing, 31 (9), 30. Retrieved from > Documentation Grading Rubric- 10 possible points Levels of Achievement Criteria Emerging Competence Proficiency Mastery Subjective (4 Pts) Missing components such as biographic data, medications, or allergies. Symptoms analysis is incomplete. May contain objective data. Basic biographic data provided. Medications and allergies included. Symptoms analysis incomplete. Lacking detail. No objective data. Basic biographic data provided. Included list of medications and allergies. Symptoms analysis: PQRSTU completed. Lacking detail. No objective data. Information is solely what “client” provided. Basic biographic data provided. Included list of medications and allergies. Symptoms analysis: PQRSTU completed. Detailed. No objective data. Information is solely what “client” provided. Points: 1 Points: 2 Points: 3 Points: 4 Objective (4 Pts) Missing components of assessment for particular system. May contain subjective data. May have signs of bias or explanation of findings. May have included words such as “normal”, “appropriate”, “okay”, and “good”. Includes all components of assessment for particular system. Lacks detail. Uses words such as “normal”, “appropriate”, or “good”. Contains all objective information. May have signs of bias or explanation of findings. Includes all components of assessment for particular system. Avoided use of words such as “normal”, “appropriate”, or “good”. No bias or explanation for findings evident. Contains all objective information. Includes all components of assessment for particular system. Detailed information provided. Avoided use of words such as “normal”, “appropriate”, or “good”. No bias or explanation for findings evident. All objective information Points: 1 Points: 2 Points: 3 Points: 4 Actual or Potential Risk Factors (2 pts) Lists one to two actual or potential risk factors for the client based on the assessment findings with no description or reason for selection of them. Failure to provide any potential or actual risk factors will result in zero points for this criterion. Brief description of one or two actual or potential risk factors for the client based on the assessment findings with description or reason for selection of them. Limited description of two actual or potential risk factors for the client based on the assessment findings with description or reason for selection of them. Comprehensive, detailed description of two actual or potential risk factors for the client based on the assessment findings with description or reason for selection of them. Points: 0.5 Points: 1 Points: 1.5 Points: 2

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The assessment of the peripheral vascular system is a critical component of comprehensive patient evaluation, offering insights into systemic circulatory health and potential risks for cardiovascular disease. Proper documentation following a problem-based approach encompasses subjective patient history, objective findings from physical examinations, and identification of actual or potential risk factors based on observed or reported symptoms. Accurate recording and analysis support effective clinical decision-making and tailored patient care strategies.

Subjective Data: The subjective portion of vascular assessment begins with collecting a thorough history of the patient’s symptoms, medication use, allergies, and relevant personal and family health history. For instance, a patient might report symptoms such as leg pain or cramping during exertion (intermittent claudication), numbness, tingling in extremities, or episodes of color changes in fingers or toes. Employing symptom analysis tools like PQRSTU (Provoking, Quality, Region, Severity, Timing, and Understanding) helps structure this data. For example, a patient reports that the leg pain occurs during walking (Provoking factor), is described as a cramping sensation (Quality), localized to the calf (Region), and relieved by rest (Timing). Additionally, noting medications such as anticoagulants or antihypertensives, along with allergies, is vital for understanding bleeding risks or medication interactions.

Objective Data: The physical examination of the peripheral vascular system includes inspection, palpation, auscultation, and capillary refill assessments. Inspection involves observing skin color, temperature, hair distribution, and the presence of varicosities or ulcers. Palpation assesses temperature differences, pitting edema, and pulse strength at key arterial sites such as carotid, brachial, radial, femoral, popliteal, dorsalis pedis, and posterior tibial arteries. Using grading scales such as 0-4+ for pulse quality ensures objective documentation. Auscultation detects bruits, which indicate turbulent blood flow and possible stenosis. Capillary refill tests help evaluate peripheral perfusion, especially in extremities. It is essential to document findings accurately, avoiding subjective qualifiers such as “normal” or “appropriate,” and instead describing specific observations, such as “bilateral dorsalis pedis pulses 2+ with no bruit noted,” ensuring clarity and consistency.

Risk Factors: Based on assessment findings, identifying actual or potential risk factors is crucial. For example, the presence of diminished or absent pulses could indicate peripheral artery disease (PAD), a significant risk factor for myocardial infarction or stroke. Patient history such as smoking, diabetes mellitus, hyperlipidemia, or hypertension contributes to the risk profile. A patient with or without these comorbidities who reports exertional leg pain and displays pallor or cool extremities on examination has an increased likelihood of PAD or other vascular deficits. Documenting these risk factors with descriptions such as “history of smoking for 10 years,” or “elevated ankle-brachial index indicating peripheral artery compromise,” provides clarity in the care plan and future monitoring needs.

In conclusion, comprehensive documentation following a problem-based approach involves detailed subjective history, precise objective findings, and thoughtful identification of risk factors. This systematic approach enhances understanding of the patient’s vascular health and guides appropriate interventions. Accurate and detailed recording of assessment components is vital for diagnosis, management, and fostering effective communication among healthcare team members, ultimately improving patient outcomes.

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