Deep Vein Thrombus

Question 1

Causes of DVT

Answer 1

• Loss of normal pumping mechanism provided by the LE’s
• Prolonged pressure
• Immobility

Question 2

Prolonged pressure

Answer 2

• Damage to vessel wall and precipitates initiation of clotting

Question 3

Immobility

Answer 3

• Hard to manage without ambulation
• gait x 150 feet plus no need for blood thinners
• must rely on w/c mobility for distance measure

Question 4

Risk ___ with age

Answer 4

• Increases

Question 5

Symptoms

Answer 5

• Local swelling
• Heat
• Erythema

Question 6

DVT prevention

Answer 6

• Prophylactic anticoagulant drug therapy
• Positioning or turning schedule to relieve pressure and promote venous return
• Elastic support hose, TED hose

Question 7

TED hose

Answer 7

• Thromboembolism Deterrent Hose