Management of Venous Thromboembolism

Question 1

Describe Wells Criteria for Deep Vein Thrombosis

Answer 1

Question 2

t/f, there is a decreased risk of PE in a patient who is adequately anticoagulated

Answer 2

true, but can only prevent new clots from forming, NOT dissolving a clot that is already there

Question 3

t/f, PTs should not mobilize a pt with a recent diagnosis of DVT

Answer 3

false, they should as long as the pt has the therapeutic threshold levels of anticoagulants

Question 4

t/f. PTs should not recommend mechanical compression for patients with LE DVT

Answer 4

false, they should recommend it

Question 5

T/F, pts with inferior vena cava filter placements should be mobilized once they are hemodynamically stable

Answer 5

true, PT need to mobilize these pts as long as there is no bleeding at the puncture site

Question 6

T/F, PT needs to consult with the medical team when a patient is not anticoagulated or without an IVC filter

Answer 6

true, need to consult with medical team first

Question 7

T/F, PTs do not need to screen for fall risks for pts taking anticoagulant medication

Answer 7

false, they should screen for fall risk

Question 8

What is post thrombotic syndrome

Answer 8

1/3 pts with LE DVT will experience this within 5 years and has the most severe form of venous ulceration, leg heaviness, cramping and itching