Morris BA.
Nursing care for the prevention of deep vein thrombosis.

Todays OR Nurse 1995 Sep-Oct;17(5):4-8

1. Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) are major health problems
that often result in significant postsurgical morbidity and mortality. 2. To
prevent DVT, patient care includes graduated compression stockings or the use of a
pneumatic compression device, and administration of the correct dose of
anticoagulation agent (heparin or LMWH). 3. Taken together, the various drug
therapies and physical interventions can clearly prevent DVT. Careful evaluation of
the patient's risk factors, along with a monitored postoperative therapy can
minimize the morbidity and mortality of this "unseen" condition.