Introducing a device to assist in the application of anti-embolism stockings
Journal article
Thomas, NM and Bennett, N (2017). Introducing a device to assist in the application of anti-embolism stockings. British Journal of Nursing. 26 (9). https://doi.org/10.12968/bjon.2017.26.9.510
Authors | Thomas, NM and Bennett, N |
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Abstract | Using a device to help with the application and removal of anti-embolism stockings, often called thromboembolic deterrent stockings (TEDS), can potentially facilitate greater adherence to the use of stockings, and potentially reduce the risk of deep-vein thrombosis (DVT). This article describes a quality improvement project which used the Plan, Do, Study, Act (PDSA) cycle to facilitate the introduction of a device to aid in the application of thromboembolic deterrent stockings in an orthopaedic ward. The project findings showed that Neo-slip, a product designed to facilitate the use of compression stockings, can be effectively introduced into an orthopaedic ward, with positive feedback from both staff and patients. |
Keywords | Deep vein thrombosis; Anti-embolism stocking; 1110 Nursing |
Year | 2017 |
Journal | British Journal of Nursing |
Journal citation | 26 (9) |
Publisher | Mark Allen Group |
ISSN | 0142-0372 |
Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.12968/bjon.2017.26.9.510 |
Publication dates | |
11 May 2017 | |
Publication process dates | |
Deposited | 15 May 2017 |
Accepted | 01 Mar 2017 |
Accepted author manuscript | License File Access Level Open |
https://openresearch.lsbu.ac.uk/item/86z66
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License: CC BY 4.0 | ||
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