Patient was educated on causes of deep vein thrombosis as follows: Dehydration: Excessive fluid loss for any reason and/or poor fluid intake with consequent dehydration can result in increased thickening of blood, thus leading to increased risk for clot formation and DVT. Inappropriate dose of blood thinners – Dose of blood thinners and anticoagulant medications must be closely regulated in individuals long-term use of these medications, with periodical lab draws to determine the thickness of [...]

Patient was educated on causes of deep vein thrombosis as follows: Cancers – Various cancers in the body can result in increased thickening of blood, thus resulting in formation of clots and DVT. Damage to the blood vessels – Prolonged uncontrolled blood pressure or insertion of any intravenous catheters or PICC lines can result in damage to the inner lining of blood vessels, setting the ground for clot formation and DVT. Smoking: By increasing the [...]

Patient was educated on the causes of deep vein thrombosis as follows: Heart Failure Patients with heart failure can present with backup of blood in the venous system, as the heart muscle is weak and unable to pump the blood forward. This accumulation of backed up blood in the venous system can result in clot formation. Varicose Veins People with varicose veins have sluggish blood flow in these veins and consequently, are more prone for [...]

Patient was educated on some of the major causes which lead to the development of deep vein thrombosis as follows: Inherited Clotting Disorder Patients with some inherited clotting disorders can have thick blood, which makes them more prone for clot formation. Pregnancy and Obesity Pregnancy and obesity increase the pressure in the deep veins of the legs. This increased pressure in the deep veins will contribute to slowing of blood flow and consequent clot formation.

Patient was educated on causes that can lead to the development of deep vein thrombosis as follows: Prolonged bedbound Status The contraction of the calf muscles in the lower extremities during ambulation is the driving force to move the blood up against gravity in the deep veins of the lower extremities. Since this force is deficient in patients with bedbound status, such as, in patients who are hospitalized or paralyzed for prolonged periods of time, [...]