SNHP | Senior Nursing Poster Session

Presenter Information

Mary GilkeyFollow

Academic Level at Time of Presentation

Senior

Major

Nursing

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Dr. Hobbs

Presentation Format

Poster Presentation

Abstract/Description

VTEs are a leading cause of hospital deaths and cost healthcare systems billions. A risk assessment tool that correctly identifies at risk patients and provides appropriate prophylactic measures can decrease the rate of hospital acquired VTE.

Spring Scholars Week 2018 Event

Senior Nursing Poster Session

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VTE Prevention: A risk assessment tool

VTEs are a leading cause of hospital deaths and cost healthcare systems billions. A risk assessment tool that correctly identifies at risk patients and provides appropriate prophylactic measures can decrease the rate of hospital acquired VTE.