What is the Best Practice for Preventing Venous Thromoembolism (VTE) Including Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) in Cancer Patients?

DVT has been the one of the most common secondary medical complications when a patient is in hospital. Oncology patients have complex etiologies that greatly increase their risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE). DVT is a critical condition because of the risk of causing pulmonary embolism, which could be life threatening if untreated. Oncology patients often receive chemotherapy, radiation, surgical interventions, or multiple combined interventions, These interventions can increase VTE risk on their own. Can lead to immobilization. Immobilization alone can be a risk of developing DVT for all types of hospitalized patients. Clinical Recommendation: Initiate yearly competency training for inpatient and outpatient RNs to identify VTE. Ensure VTE prevention is part of every New Admit Therapy Plan. Outpatient RNs provide education on VTE risk and Prevention for every New Patient.