This clot forms in a vein and remains in situ

Thrombophilia, pregnancy, high estrogen levels

The 2 basic types of preventive interventions. One can be applied to the lower extremities, the other, administered PO, SQ or IV.

150 Years ago, this German cellular biologist and MD identified 3 phenomenon which contributed to DVT.

Warfarin, Xarelto, Eliquis

Deep Vein Thrombosis

Immobility, obesity, CHF, stroke

This intervention can improve muscle strength and increase circulation. Forms include ambulation, passive range of motion, or even just sitting your patient in a chair!

Irritation of the vessel and its surroundings

This needs monitoring for patients on warfarin. Normal is 1.0

This forms in a vein and travels throughout the body

Surgery, Central line, Hyperinflammatory /hyperimmune response

This leg wear that prevents venous stasis should be worn for 18 hours daily. Use caution with diabetes and peripheral neuropathy!

Increased ability of the blood to clot

Lovenox and Arixtra are administered by this route. Sometimes heparin too.

When these reach the lungs, they cause PEs, the 3rd most common cause of death in hospitalized patients.

Age over 40, varicose veins

When using SCDs, it is important to monitor this Q 8 hours. Document your finding!!

Venous stasis, endothelial damage, hypercoagulability

Evaluation for adequacy of DVT prophylaxis should be done this often

1/3 of these are fatal

Smoking, cancer, sepsis

This must be done consistently after prophylactic interventions are implemented. Or if a patient refuses treatment

Interruption or slowing of blood flow

Recent cardiovascular hemorrhage, Impending surgery of brain or spinal cord, Severe liver disease/heavy ETOH use, Severe trauma, Recent major surgery