In this episode, Dr. Morgan Taylor breaks down deep vein thrombosis (DVT)—what it is, why it matters, and how nurses can recognize subtle signs before it becomes a life-threatening pulmonary embolism (PE). From anatomy review to Virchow’s triad and a bedside story of a post-op client, you’ll walk away with a clear picture of what to do when you suspect a clot. 

What you'll learn:

• Key signs: ache, swelling, warmth, tenderness in the calf 

• Priority nursing actions, first-line treatment, and PE red flags 

• Post-op prevention: ambulation, SCDs, hydration 

• Discharge teaching: bleeding precautions on anticoagulants 

Who should watch: Students prepping for med-surg exams, new grads on surgical units, or any nurse who wants a quick, practical workflow for recognizing and managing suspected DVT before it escalates into a pulmonary embolism. 

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