What are the Key Strategies for Thrombosis Prevention in Nursing?
Key strategies for thrombosis prevention include:
- Encouraging Mobility: Encourage patients to ambulate as soon as possible post-surgery or during extended hospital stays to promote blood flow. - Hydration: Ensure patients are adequately hydrated to prevent blood from becoming too viscous. - Compression Devices: Use of graduated compression stockings or intermittent pneumatic compression devices to enhance venous return. - Medications: Administering anticoagulants as prescribed, such as low-molecular-weight heparin or oral anticoagulants, to prevent clot formation. - Patient Education: Educate patients and families about the signs and symptoms of thrombosis and the importance of adherence to prescribed preventive measures.
