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Nursing Management of Venous Thromboembolism

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Questions and Answers

What is the frequency of vital signs and Doppler assessment of peripheral pulses initially?

Every 2 hours

Every 30 minutes

Every hour

Every 15 minutes (correct)

What is a common symptom of venous disorders in superficial veins?

Pulsation

Pain or tenderness (correct)

Edema

Hematoma formation

What is the term for a thrombus that develops in the veins as a result of stasis or hypercoagulability without inflammation?

Deep vein thrombosis

Venous thromboembolism

Phlebothrombosis (correct)

Pulmonary embolism

What is a risk factor for venous thromboembolism (VTE) development?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is a medication used in the pharmacologic therapy for venous thromboembolism (VTE)?

Unfractionated heparin Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of venous disorders in deep veins?

Edema Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of instructing patients with varicose veins to walk?

To reduce symptoms of varicose veins Signup and view all the answers

What is a common occupation-related risk factor for developing varicose veins?

Jobs requiring prolonged standing Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of varicose veins?

Dull aches Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential complication of venous disorders?

Chronic venous insufficiency Signup and view all the answers

What is a post-operative instruction for patients who have undergone vein stripping?

Elevate the foot of the bed Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential nerve damage symptom after vein stripping?

Hypersensitivity to touch Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of aPTT monitoring in patients receiving heparin therapy?

To ensure the aPTT is 1.5 times the control value Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended pressure gradient for graduated compression stockings in patients with venous stasis ulceration?

30 to 40 mm Hg Signup and view all the answers

What is a common complication of anticoagulant therapy that nursing management should monitor and manage?

Bleeding Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of elevating the affected extremity in patients with venous thromboembolism?

To reduce swelling Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended target range for PT or INR values in patients receiving warfarin therapy?

2.0 to 3.0 Signup and view all the answers

When can a patient with venous thromboembolism safely resume walking?

Once anticoagulation therapy has been initiated Signup and view all the answers