Given the history of the patient explain what contributed to the development of a deep venous thrombosis (DVT)
Given the history of the patient explain what contributed to the development of a deep venous thrombosis (DVT)
Selected Answer:
given patient history factors that may contribute to her developing deep vein thrombosis, age, surgery, immobility, and dehydration
Correct Answer:
Virchow’s Triad caused damage to the walls of the vessels. When there is injury to the intimal layer of the vessel, antiplatelet substances such as nitric oxide and prostacyclin, along with the expression of collagen on the vessel wall, causes adherence of the platelets to the vessel wall. The platelets become activated then aggregate forming clots. Venous stasis because of obesity, patient’s advanced age and inability to go to physical therapy.