Venous Thromboembolism

Multiple Choice

What is the primary focus of the study of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE)?

• Pathophysiology

• Assessment

• Nursing interventions

• All of the above

Multiple Choice

What are the three stages of the VTE spectrum?

• Superficial Thrombosis

• Deep Vein Thrombosis

• Pulmonary Embolism

• All of the above

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT considered a high-risk factor for patients?

• Surgical Patients

• Immobility

• Medical Conditions

• Healthy Lifestyle

Multiple Choice

What are the clinical manifestations of Superficial Thrombosis and Deep Vein Thrombosis?

• Firm, cordlike vein; Unilateral leg swelling

• Localized pain; Pain and tenderness

• Redness and warmth; Warmth, dilated veins

• Localized pain; Possible low-grade fever

Multiple Choice

You patient presents with orthopnea ad states they can not catch there breath while walking. You hear bilateral crackles in lower lobes. What is the most appropriate treatment for this patient?

• Corticosteroids
• Nitrates

• Bronchodilators
• Antibiotics

Multiple Choice

What is a major risk factor for developing a pulmonary embolism?

• High altitude

• Prolonged immobility

• Asthma

• Pneumonia

Multiple Choice

What imaging technique is used for pulmonary embolism diagnosis?

• CT pulmonary angiogram (CTPA)

• Ultrasound

• MRI

• X-ray

Multiple Choice

What does the D-dimer test measure?

• Clot breakdown products

• Blood pressure

• Heart rate

• Liver function

Multiple Choice

What is the gold standard for DVT diagnosis?

• Ultrasound

• D-dimer

• PE Imaging

• CT pulmonary angiogram

Multiple Choice

How can anisotropy be differentiated from a tendon abnormality?

• Apply pressure with the probe
• Twist the probe 90 degrees
• Angle probe so that it is parallel to the area of concern
• Use Doppler

Multiple Choice

What are the three prevention strategies mentioned in the image?

• Early Mobilization

• Compression Devices

• Prophylactic Anticoagulation

• Patient Education

Multiple Choice

What are the three phases of treatment medications listed in the image?

• Immediate

• Transition

• Reversal

Multiple Choice

What are the key components of patient education and monitoring?

• Medication Adherence

• Lifestyle Modifications

• Prevention of Recurrence

• All of the above

Multiple Choice

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• genetic variation results from mutations caused by environmental factors

Multiple Choice

What is a complication of a deep vein thrombosis?

• pulmonary embolism

• chest pain

• developing an ulcer

• having a seizure

Multiple Choice

What is not an important nursing intervention?

• encourage mobilization

• administer anticoagulant

• sit on the commode

• encourage adequate hydration

Multiple Choice

What is the major contributing factor in developing a deep vein thrombosis?

• running

• squatting

• stretching

• prolonged bedrest

Multiple Select

1. VTE risk factors include: (Check all that apply.)

• Hormone Replacement Therapy meds

• Acute medical illness

• Immobility

• Trauma

• Cancer

Multiple Choice

The severity of pain correlates with the size of the thrombus.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

Which lab test tests for a fibrin degradation product?

• ESR

• Doppler

• D-dimer

• CBC

Multiple Select

A D-dimer can be used as a sole diagnostic test. A Doppler is not necessary for diagnosis if the d-dimer is positive.

• True

• False

Multiple Select

Which of the following is true regarding ultrasonography? Select all that apply.

• Non-invasive

• Commonly used for DVT diagnosis

• Not commonly used for DVT diagnosis

• Cannot detect small blood clots in distal veins

• Can detect small blood clots in distal veins

Multiple Choice

Heparin dissolves clots.

• True

• False

Poll

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