Dvt And Dyslipidemia Flashcards
What is the pathophysiology of DVT therapy complications?
Complications of DVT therapy can arise from anticoagulant therapy, including bleeding and heparin-induced thrombocytopenia.
True or False: DVT therapy complications can result from inadequate anticoagulation.
True
What is a common risk factor for DVT therapy complications?
Advanced age
Fill in the blank: DVT therapy complications can lead to ____________.
Pulmonary embolism
What is one potential complication of DVT therapy related to heparin use?
Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia
What is the most common complication of DVT therapy?
Bleeding
True or False: Patients with a history of DVT are at a higher risk of complications during therapy.
True
What is the primary goal of DVT therapy?
Prevention of thrombus extension and embolization
What is a potential complication of DVT therapy in patients with cancer?
Increased risk of recurrent thrombosis
True or False: Obesity is a risk factor for DVT therapy complications.
True
What is one way to minimize the risk of DVT therapy complications in surgical patients?
Early mobilization
Fill in the blank: Patients with a history of ____________ are at an increased risk of DVT therapy complications.
Bleeding disorders
What is a potential complication of DVT therapy associated with prolonged immobilization?
Venous stasis
True or False: Smoking is not a risk factor for DVT therapy complications.
False
What is a potential complication of DVT therapy in patients with heart failure?
Increased risk of venous thromboembolism
Fill in the blank: Patients with a history of ____________ are at an increased risk of DVT therapy complications.
Thromboembolic events
What is the role of compression stockings in preventing DVT therapy complications?
Promoting venous return and preventing venous stasis
True or False: Immobility is a risk factor for DVT therapy complications.
True
What is a potential complication of DVT therapy in patients with a history of stroke?
Increased risk of venous thromboembolism
Fill in the blank: Patients with a history of ____________ are at an increased risk of DVT therapy complications.
Pulmonary embolism
What is a potential complication of DVT therapy in patients with liver disease?
Altered coagulation status
True or False: Pregnancy is not a risk factor for DVT therapy complications.
False
What is a potential complication of DVT therapy in patients with renal impairment?
Altered drug metabolism
Fill in the blank: Patients with a history of ____________ are at an increased risk of DVT therapy complications.
Thrombosis
What is a potential complication of DVT therapy in patients with a hypercoagulable state?
Increased risk of recurrent thrombosis
