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VTE Prophylaxis

Contact Hours Awarded: 2

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Course Overview

VTE Prophylaxis

Author: Jillian Hay-Roe 

This course will delve into all things venous thromboembolism (VTE). VTE is the umbrella term that includes both deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and resulting pulmonary embolism (PE). The high prevalence of VTE and its implications will be presented, so that the learner can gain perspective on the importance of prophylaxis. The pathophysiology of VTEs will be reviewed, as well as the current best practices for prevention and treatment.  

Course Outline

  1. Introduction 
  2. Glossary 
  3. Pathophysiology 
  4. Epidemiology 
  5. Risk Factors 
  6. Signs and Symptoms 
  7. Diagnosis 
  8. Treatment 
  9. Long term effects 
  10. VTE Prophylaxis 
  11. Client Education 
  12. Conclusion 

Accreditation Statement

Nursing CE Central LLC is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

In this course, we will discuss VTE Prophylaxis​. It will take the average learner 120 minutes to complete and awards 2 contact hours of continuing education.

Course Outcomes

After completing this course, the learner will rate a 4 out of 5 on the Likert Scale for their ability to:

  1. Review pathophysiology of venous thromboembolism, deep vein thrombosis, and pulmonary embolism. 
  2. Identify high risk populations for venous thromboembolism.  
  3. Summarize current best practices and medications for prevention and treatment of venous thromboembolism.  
  4. Apply knowledge of evidence-based venous thromboembolism to client care and education. 

Target Audience

  • Registered Nurses (RN)
  • Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN)
  • Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN/LVN)

Requirement for Completion

  1. Enrollment in the course by the learner
  2. Read and learn all course materials
  3. Complete the course evaluation
  4. Attest and testify learning of the course materials

Accreditations + Approvals

  • American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) (P0614)
  • California Board of Registered Nursing (CEP 17418)
  • Kentucky Board of Nursing (7-0090)
  • Louisiana State Board of Nursing (58)
  • New York State Department of Education (IC 208)
  • New York State Department of Education Child Abuse #80996
  • Florida Board of Nursing (50-23983)

Disclosure of Relevant Financial Relationships

Nursing CE Central nor any of the authors, planners, content experts, or any contributors have any relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

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Course created on: January 30, 2025

Course Expires on: January 30, 2028

Course Offering: #643

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