A condition where blood flow to the extremities (usually fingers and toes) is reduced due to spasms of the small blood vessels. This leads to color changes, pain, and numbness in the affected areas.
Raynaud's Disease
Cause: Cold environment, stress
Raynaud's Disease
Sex affected: Female
Raynaud's Disease
Part of extremities affected: Upper
Raynaud's Disease
Clinical manifestations:
Color Changes:
White: Due to reduced blood flow.
Blue: Due to lack of oxygen in the blood.
Red: Upon rewarming or blood flow restoration
Raynaud's Disease
Nursing Interventions - Patient teachings include the following:
Avoid exposure to cold.
Wear gloves when handling frozen foods.
Wear socks during cold climate.
Smoking causes vasoconstriction.
Reduce emotional stress.
Avoid drugs that cause vasoconstriction, like contraceptive pills and ergotamines.
