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Mechanism of Deep Vein Thrombophlebitis (DVT)

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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?

Arteriosclerosis

Pulmonary embolism (correct)

Hypertension

Aneurysm

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

Indicates absence of DVT

Implies superficial vein thrombosis

Suggests presence of arterial thrombosis

Confirms the presence of DVT (correct)

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

Entire lower extremity swelling

Recent leg exercise (correct)

Bed rest for more than 3 days

Localized tenderness along the distribution of the deep venous system

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

Pulmonary embolism Signup and view all the answers

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

Sign of potential DVT 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?

Post-thrombotic syndrome Signup and view all the answers

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

Venography Signup and view all the answers

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

Reducing venous stasis Signup and view all the answers

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

Reduces venous stasis Signup and view all the answers

Which feature indicates a positive Homans' sign for DVT?

Pain in the calf with foot dorsiflexion and knee extended Signup and view all the answers

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

Inflates air into garments for sequential compression Signup and view all the answers

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

Indicates a positive Homans' sign Signup and view all the answers

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

Elevation Signup and view all the answers

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

Involvement of the veins Signup and view all the answers

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

Venous thromboembolism prophylaxis Signup and view all the answers

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

Risk of embolism from the dye injection Signup and view all the answers