Scenario Venous thromboembolism comprises deep vein thrombosis…

Question Answered step-by-step Scenario Venous thromboembolism comprises deep vein thrombosis… ScenarioVenous thromboembolism comprises deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE). Three factors are known as the Virchow’s triad play a significant role in its development: endothelial damage, venous stasis, and altered coagulation. Risk factors for venous thromboembolism within the Virchow’s triad include: Endothelial damage – often caused by trauma, surgery, central venous catheters, dialysis access catheters, local vein damage, and repetitive motion injury. Venous stasis occurs in patients who are often bed rest or immobilized, overweight/obese, have a history of varicosities, spinal cord injury, and are over 65 years old. Etc.QUESTION·        Why do Venous stasis occur in patients who are often bed rest or immobilized, overweight/obese, have a history of varicosities, spinal cord injury, and over the age of 65 years old. ·        How will the nurses help in the prevention of VTE in high-risk patients. Health Science Science Nursing NURS 480 Share QuestionEmailCopy link Comments (0)