NGN Case Study Title: Venous Thromboembolism and

NGN Case Study Title: Venous Thromboembolism and Anticoagulant Therapy (Chapter 37) Scenario: A 55-year-old male was admitted 1 week ago for a left lower leg venous thromboembolism, which was confirmed by ultrasound. He started to work from home 4 months ago, and reports that his activity level has decreased greatly. When admitted, his left lower leg had 3+ edema, and was warm and reddened over the calf area. He was immediately started on intravenous heparin therapy, with warfarin (Coumadin) also on the same day. On day 5, the heparin infusion was discontinued, and he is now on oral coumadin alone. He expects to be discharged to home tomorrow. Please provide a paragraph to answer each question: What causes a thromboembolism? Name 5 Nursing actions to teach to the patient taking coumadin?

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