Overview

This module will take approximately 30 minutes to complete and includes the following element.

• Background
  • Causes, prevalence, and prognosis.
• Diagnosis
  • The diagnostic criteria for deep vein thrombosis.
• Management
  • How to manage deep vein thrombosis including appropriate referral.
• Optional quiz to assess your learning from the course
• An audit suggestion
• A list of useful links and resources for further reading

Goals

During this course you will learn to:

• Assess the likelihood of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) being present.
• Refer for same-day assessment, people who are at high risk of DVT.
• Manage people appropriately after discharge from hospital.

Audit Suggestions

Topics covered