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Venous thromboembolism (VTE) prophylaxis is a core marker of healthcare excellence. Dr. Walter Cheng explains that almost every hospitalized patient is at an increased risk for developing a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or pulmonary embolism (PE) and that nurses play a crucial role in preventing, assessing for, and educating our patients about VTE.
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Virchow’s Triad
What are SCDs?
Sequential compression devices are a venous thromboembolism prevention strategy that works to stimulate circulation in the lower extremities through inflation and deflation one at a time to simulate the pumping effect of walking.
What are TED hose?
TED hose stands for “thromboembolism deterrent” hose, and are used as compression stocking for the prevention of venous dilation and therefore prevention of clots, as noted below. They work by applying continuous pressure from the calf to the thigh, thereby compressing the veins and preventing venous stasis.
Quick Anatomy Rundown
Hypercoagulability
Risk factors for VTE
Tips for explaining the need for SCDs, TED hose, and the Heparin/Lovenox
Assessment findings of DVT/PE
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Venous thromboembolism (VTE) prophylaxis is a core marker of healthcare excellence. Dr. Walter Cheng explains that almost every hospitalized patient is at an increased risk for developing a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or pulmonary embolism (PE) and that nurses play a crucial role in preventing, assessing for, and educating our patients about VTE.
Up My Nursing Game is partnering with VCU Health Continuing Education to offer FREE continuing education credits for registered nurses. Click here to obtain nursing credit (1.00).
Virchow’s Triad
What are SCDs?
Sequential compression devices are a venous thromboembolism prevention strategy that works to stimulate circulation in the lower extremities through inflation and deflation one at a time to simulate the pumping effect of walking.
What are TED hose?
TED hose stands for “thromboembolism deterrent” hose, and are used as compression stocking for the prevention of venous dilation and therefore prevention of clots, as noted below. They work by applying continuous pressure from the calf to the thigh, thereby compressing the veins and preventing venous stasis.
Quick Anatomy Rundown
Hypercoagulability
Risk factors for VTE
Tips for explaining the need for SCDs, TED hose, and the Heparin/Lovenox
Assessment findings of DVT/PE
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