Mechanism of Deep Vein Thrombophlebitis (DVT)

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Which condition may result from damage to the venous valves due to a blood clot in DVT?

Pulmonary embolism

What is the significance of a positive Homan's sign in the clinical features of DVT?

Confirms the presence of DVT

Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for DVT?

Recent leg exercise

What is the possible outcome if a blood clot breaks off and travels to the lungs in DVT?

<p>Pulmonary embolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the clinical prediction rule for DVT indicate when it mentions 'Calf swelling > 3 cm'?

<p>Sign of potential DVT</p> Signup and view all the answers

What may result from damage to the venous valves due to a blood clot in DVT, without breaking off and traveling to the lungs?

<p>Post-thrombotic syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which diagnostic procedure for DVT involves injecting a special dye into the veins and taking an x-ray?

<p>Venography</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of compression stockings in DVT management?

<p>Reducing venous stasis</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main physiological effect of intermittent pneumatic compression (IPC) in DVT treatment?

<p>Reduces venous stasis</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which feature indicates a positive Homans' sign for DVT?

<p>Pain in the calf with foot dorsiflexion and knee extended</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of an intermittent pneumatic compression (IPC) device?

<p>Inflates air into garments for sequential compression</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of tenderness upon palpation of the calf in DVT diagnosis?

<p>Indicates a positive Homans' sign</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary action recommended to prevent DVT using compression stockings?

<p>Elevation</p> Signup and view all the answers

In DVT management, what does an image produced by Duplex Ultrasound indicate?

<p>Involvement of the veins</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition does intermittent pneumatic compression (IPC) primarily target for treatment?

<p>Venous thromboembolism prophylaxis</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary risk associated with venography as a diagnostic procedure for DVT?

<p>Risk of embolism from the dye injection</p> Signup and view all the answers

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