A perinatal nurse explains to the nursing student that pregnant women have risk factors for deep vein thrombosis (DVT)as a result of their pregnancy.To which components of Virchow's triad is the nurse referring?

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Virchow's triad refers to the pathophysiology of DVT.It includes hypercoagulability,venous stasis,and trauma to vessels.One or more of these factors must be present in order to develop DVT.Hypercoagulability and venous stasis are normal changes during pregnancy and increase a woman's risk of developing DVT.Vascular distension and dehydration are not part of Virchow's triad,although dehydration can lead to hypercoagulability.

A Perinatal Nurse Explains to the Nursing Student That Pregnant