Keywords

Deep vein thrombosis, Thrombosis, Embolism, Risk factors, Prevention

 

Authors

  1. Kehl-Pruett, Wendy ARNP, MSN, CCRN

Abstract

Deep vein thrombosis affects many hospitalized patients because of decreased activity and therapeutic equipment. This article reviews known risk factors for developing deep vein thrombosis, current prevention methods, and current evidence-based guidelines in order to raise nurses' awareness of early prevention methods in all hospitalized patients. Early prophylaxis can reduce patient risk of deep vein thrombosis and its complications.