Question

What are the five Ps in regards to neurovascular assessment? 7. Which assessment data would lead you to a conclusion of compartment syndrome? 3. What will happen next with Marilyn? What orders and activities should you anticipate for a patient with compartment syndrome? ROM exercises are initiated.

Answer 1

6.The 5 ps in neurovascular assessment are-

i)pain

ii)pallor

iii)pulse

iv) paresthesia

v)paralysis

7.Assessment data needed for conclusion of compartment syndrome-

Compartment syndrome is a painful and dangerous condition by pressure build up form internal bleeding or swelling of tissues.it is mostly diagnosed clinically.

A neurological exams and measurement of intracompartmental pressure is the most useful test for confirmation diagnosis of compartment syndrome. The assessment data needed for conclusion of the compartment syndrome are-

i)pain- the pain is deep and aching

It often described as burning sensation.

ii)pallor

iii)pulse- diminished pulse

iv) paresthesia-tingling or prickling sensation, usually temporary

Often occurs in the arms,legs,handsome feet.

v) paralysis

vi)poikilothermia.