Mentor/s
Dr. Sue Goncalves
Participation Type
Poster
Abstract
Approximately 60,000-100,000 Americans die annually of DVT/PE (also called venous thromboembolism). Anticoagulants are the drug of choice to prevent DVT’s. Anticoagulants are considered “high alert medications” which can lead to adverse drug events if not managed appropriately. Effective anticoagulation education involves face-to-face nurse-client interaction. Through this focused teaching, nurses ensure the client’s proper understanding of the risks and benefits, precautions, need for strict adherence, and regular monitoring. This project highlights the educational teaching tool created regarding enoxaparin & heparin developed for clients on 6-3 at Yale New Haven Hospital. Medication adherence to anticoagulant therapy is key for the successful treatment of DVT. Therefore, the client’s knowledge and understanding of anticoagulant therapy is an important factor in overall treatment success. Nurses can impact clients' overall quality outcomes through their role as advocates and educators.
College and Major available
Nursing RN-BSN
Location
Digital Commons
Start Day/Time
5-5-2021 1:00 PM
End Day/Time
5-5-2021 4:00 PM
Prize Categories
Best Multidisciplinary Research or Collaboration, Most Scholarly Impact or Potential, Most Meaningful
The Importance of Anticoagulant Therapy Education
Digital Commons
Approximately 60,000-100,000 Americans die annually of DVT/PE (also called venous thromboembolism). Anticoagulants are the drug of choice to prevent DVT’s. Anticoagulants are considered “high alert medications” which can lead to adverse drug events if not managed appropriately. Effective anticoagulation education involves face-to-face nurse-client interaction. Through this focused teaching, nurses ensure the client’s proper understanding of the risks and benefits, precautions, need for strict adherence, and regular monitoring. This project highlights the educational teaching tool created regarding enoxaparin & heparin developed for clients on 6-3 at Yale New Haven Hospital. Medication adherence to anticoagulant therapy is key for the successful treatment of DVT. Therefore, the client’s knowledge and understanding of anticoagulant therapy is an important factor in overall treatment success. Nurses can impact clients' overall quality outcomes through their role as advocates and educators.
Students' Information
Jennifer Teixeira, Nursing Major, Honors Minor
graduating in May of 2021.