Abstract

Presentation Outline:

  • Recall VTE risk factors and prevention
  • Describe post-thrombotic syndrome and chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH)
  • Identify nursing implications of caring for patients with post-thrombotic syndrome and CTEPH

Authors

Cynthia W. Ward

Author Details

Cynthia W. Ward, DNP, RN-BC, CMSRN, ACNS-BC

Sigma Membership

Epsilon Psi, Xi Upsilon

Lead Author Affiliation

Carilion Clinic, Roanoke Memorial Hospital, Roanoke, Virginia, USA

Type

Presentation

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

N/A

Keywords:

DVT, Pulmonary Embolism, Complications, Deep Vein Thrombosis, DVT Prevention and Control

Conference Name

Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN) 26th Annual Convention

Conference Host

Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses

Conference Location

Palm Springs, Virginia, USA

Conference Year

2017

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Review Type

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Acquisition

Self-submission

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Chronic complications of venous thromboembolism (VTE)

Palm Springs, Virginia, USA

Presentation Outline:

  • Recall VTE risk factors and prevention
  • Describe post-thrombotic syndrome and chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH)
  • Identify nursing implications of caring for patients with post-thrombotic syndrome and CTEPH