Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) nursing NCLEX review lecture about the symptoms, treatment, pathophysiology, and nursing interventions.

A DVT is the formation of a blood clot within the deep veins. It's a type of venous thromboembolism (VTE). Unfortunately, a deep vein thrombosis can break off and turn into a pulmonary embolism (another type of VTE).

What veins are most susceptible to a deep vein thrombosis? Veins that are in the pelvic, lower leg, and thigh. This includes the peroneal, posterior tibial, popliteal, and superficial femoral veins.

Virchow's Triad can help us identify 3 main factors for clot formation within the deep veins. This include: stasis of venous circulation, hypercoagulability, and endothelial damage.

Signs and symptoms of a DVT are: redness, swelling, warmth of surrounding skin, and positive Homan's Sign.

A DVT can be diagnosed through an ultrasound or ddimer test.

Please watch the video for nursing intervention for a deep vein thrombosis (include mnemonic).

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