According to the Journal of the American College of Cardiology...Peripheral Artery Disease is caused by atherosclerosis most of the time. Atherosclerosis may be caused by smoking, diabetes and dyslipidemia. Aneurysms can be associated with PAD as well - possible due to hereditary reasons or due to smoking or trauma. PAD may also be a result of thromboembolic, inflammatory or aneurysmal disease. Clients with PAD face a risk of progressive ischemic limb issues as well as risk for cardiac ischemic events.
Chapter 8 of "The Other End of the Stethoscope" resounded with me. Working in a mental health facility, I have born the brunt of many patients' fear and anger at where they are, both literally and figuratively. That is the key - You are where you are. It is not for us to judge someone else's behavior at such a vulnerable time in their lives. I do feel it is our responsibility to be humble and compassionate with every patient we encounter. Whether that means sitting quietly with someone or simply taking a verbal lashing and leaving the room without an angry reply.
Is it easy to do always? Absolutely not. That is why they call it work. I have to remind myself to not give a stern look or give a response to some of my patients. This book is a great reinforcer of compassionate care.
Chapter 8 of "The Other End of the Stethoscope" resounded with me. Working in a mental health facility, I have born the brunt of many patients' fear and anger at where they are, both literally and figuratively. That is the key - You are where you are. It is not for us to judge someone else's behavior at such a vulnerable time in their lives. I do feel it is our responsibility to be humble and compassionate with every patient we encounter. Whether that means sitting quietly with someone or simply taking a verbal lashing and leaving the room without an angry reply.
Is it easy to do always? Absolutely not. That is why they call it work. I have to remind myself to not give a stern look or give a response to some of my patients. This book is a great reinforcer of compassionate care.