VTE prevention for nurses

A series of two short training modules offering practical knowledge and guidance aimed at reducing the incidence of venous thromboembolism (VTE) in your facility. These modules have been developed specifically for nurses, by nurses and are free of charge.

Introduction to VTE prevention

Time to complete: 20 minutes

Areas covered include:

The incidence of VTE and the adequacy of VTE preventative measures currently employed in Australian hospitals
Pathophysiology and causative factors of VTE
The signs, symptoms and complications of VTE
Key steps in VTE risk assessment and prevention, and the importance of utilising a multidisciplinary approach
Transitioning patients from hospital to ongoing care

VTE prevention for nurses

Time to complete: 25–30 minute

Areas covered include:

The role of the nurse in VTE prevention
Conducting a VTE risk assessment, and how to assess VTE risk factors
Developing and delivering a VTE prevention plan for an at-risk patient
An overview of VTE prophylaxis methods and instructions on their use
Patient monitoring and the transition from hospital to ongoing care
Educating the patient about their VTE risk and prevention

Access these free education modules at https://medpathways.com.au/course/vte-prevention-overview

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