When performing an assessment of the cardiovascular system, the nurse evaluates the skin and nails of the patient. Inadequate tissue perfusion is known as _________
Fill in the blanks with correct word
ischemia
Inadequate tissue perfusion results in inadequate delivery of oxygen and nutrients to cells, a condition called ischemia . This is caused by constriction of vessels or by occlusion (blockage) from clot formation.
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