DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Which assessment finding would support a complication associated with a deep vein
thrombosis (DVT)? - answer- SOB- a pulmonary embolsim is a complication that can
arise from a DVT
A patient in skeletal traction states, "My calf hurts." When asked, which pain
description is consistent with deep vein thrombosis (DVT)? - answer- Sudden onset
of pain
Which risk factor is associated with deep-vein thrombosis? - answer- Pregnancy
The nurse is teaching a patient on ways to prevent the development of deep-vein
thrombosis (DVT). Which statement made by the patient indicates the need for
further teaching? - answer- I should limit my physical activity
Rationale: walking and movement should be encouraged in the prevention of DVT
Which procedure would commonly be performed when a deep vein thrombosis
(DVT) does not respond to medical treatment? - answer- Thrombectomy
Rationale:common surgical procedure to remove a clot when medical treatment is
ineffective
A woman who is undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer develops a warm,
reddened area in her left calf. Which diagnostic test should the nurse anticipate the
physician will order? - answer- D -Dimer. Cancer is a risk factor for DVT
A patient is found to have tenderness and pain in the distal thigh and popliteal
regions along with swelling that extends to the knee. Which site is the thrombosis
likely located? - answer- Femoral thrombosis
A patient admitted with a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) asks the nurse what can
decrease the risk of getting one in the future. Which response by the nurse is
appropriate? Select all that apply - answer- Take the prescribed anticoagulant med
that you are prescribed upon discharge.
Do not sit in place for more than an hour or two; get up and walk around.
Wear compression stockings during the day , especially when standing for long
periods of time
Which diagnostic test would be performed to confirm the presence of a deep vein
thrombosis (DVT) when the patient has a positive D-dimer? - answer- Compression
ultrasonography (CUS) allow rapid and clear visualization of a thrombus.
Which medication used to manage deep vein thrombosis would be contraindicated in
patients diagnosed with severe renal impairment? - answer- Rivaroxaban. Xa
inhibitor contraindicated in severe renal impairment
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Which assessment finding would support a complication associated with a deep vein
thrombosis (DVT)? - answer- SOB- a pulmonary embolsim is a complication that can
arise from a DVT
A patient in skeletal traction states, "My calf hurts." When asked, which pain
description is consistent with deep vein thrombosis (DVT)? - answer- Sudden onset
of pain
Which risk factor is associated with deep-vein thrombosis? - answer- Pregnancy
The nurse is teaching a patient on ways to prevent the development of deep-vein
thrombosis (DVT). Which statement made by the patient indicates the need for
further teaching? - answer- I should limit my physical activity
Rationale: walking and movement should be encouraged in the prevention of DVT
Which procedure would commonly be performed when a deep vein thrombosis
(DVT) does not respond to medical treatment? - answer- Thrombectomy
Rationale:common surgical procedure to remove a clot when medical treatment is
ineffective
A woman who is undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer develops a warm,
reddened area in her left calf. Which diagnostic test should the nurse anticipate the
physician will order? - answer- D -Dimer. Cancer is a risk factor for DVT
A patient is found to have tenderness and pain in the distal thigh and popliteal
regions along with swelling that extends to the knee. Which site is the thrombosis
likely located? - answer- Femoral thrombosis
A patient admitted with a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) asks the nurse what can
decrease the risk of getting one in the future. Which response by the nurse is
appropriate? Select all that apply - answer- Take the prescribed anticoagulant med
that you are prescribed upon discharge.
Do not sit in place for more than an hour or two; get up and walk around.
Wear compression stockings during the day , especially when standing for long
periods of time
Which diagnostic test would be performed to confirm the presence of a deep vein
thrombosis (DVT) when the patient has a positive D-dimer? - answer- Compression
ultrasonography (CUS) allow rapid and clear visualization of a thrombus.
Which medication used to manage deep vein thrombosis would be contraindicated in
patients diagnosed with severe renal impairment? - answer- Rivaroxaban. Xa
inhibitor contraindicated in severe renal impairment
