Vascular Disease – Deep Vein Thrombosis Nursing Mnemonic (HIS Leg Might Fall off)

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HIS Leg Might Fall off

  • H-History of DVT in the past
  • I-Immobility
  • S-Surgery
  • L-Leg: varicose veins
  • M-Malignancy
  • F-Fracture

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The risk factors for developing a DVT for patients.

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