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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)

🚨 Symptoms

Swelling in one leg, pain or tenderness, warm skin, redness, visible surface veins, leg fatigue

🔍 Causes

Prolonged immobility, surgery, pregnancy, oral contraceptives, smoking, obesity, thrombophilia, cancer, age >60

💊 Treatment

Anticoagulants (heparin, warfarin, DOACs), compression stockings, elevate leg, mobilise with support

📝 Nursing Care

Monitor for signs of pulmonary embolism (chest pain, SOB), teach about anticoagulant safety, measure leg circumference, encourage fluids

Source: NHS Scotland. For educational purposes only.