PADUA Score Flashcards
1
Q
Where is the PADUA Score utilized?
A
Hospitals
2
Q
PADUA Score < 4
A
Low risk of VTE and generally does not require thromboprophylaxis
3
Q
PADUA Score > or = to 4
A
Thromboprophylaxis is recommended in patients who are not contraindicated (major bleeding, low platelet count, pregnancy) who are older than 18 years
4
Q
Active Cancer
A
+3
5
Q
Previous VTE
A
+3
6
Q
Reduced Mobility
A
+3
7
Q
Known genetic hypercoaguable condition
A
+3
8
Q
Recent trauma/surgery (within 1 month)
A
+2
9
Q
> or = 70 years old
A
+1
10
Q
Cardiac or respiratory failure
A
+1
11
Q
Acute MI or ischemic stroke
A
+1
12
Q
Acute infection or rheumatologic disorder
A
+1
13
Q
Obesity (BMI > or = 30)
A
+1
14
Q
Hormonal Treatment
A
+1
