Educational program for RNs related to the use and function mechanical prophylaxis in VTE prevention
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Mollie Garrison, BSN, Department of School of Nursing, Rhode Island College, Providence, Rhode Island, USA
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This quality improvement project aimed to educate registered nurses on the importance of mechanical prophylaxis in high-risk patients. Content included: nursing knowledge of mechanical therapy; discussion of alternative SCD devices and contraindications to using; proper sizing; required patient care and education; nurse documentation of device usage; and parameters for discontinuation.
Leadership Connection 2018: Transformative Nursing Leadership, September 15-18, 2018. Indianapolis, Indiana, USA.
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| Type | Poster |
| Acquisition | Proxy-submission |
| Review Type | Abstract Review Only: Reviewed by Event Host |
| Format | Text-based Document |
| Evidence Level | Quality Improvement |
| Research Approach | N/A |
| Keywords | Mechanical Prophylaxis; Nurse Education; Nurse Role |
| Name | Leadership Connection 2018 |
| Host | Sigma Theta Tau International |
| Location | Indianapolis, Indiana, USA |
| Date | 2018 |
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