Venous thromboembolism safety toolkit: A systems approach to safe practice interventions

Abstract

Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is one of the most common clinical disorders among both inpatients and outpatients, and pulmonary embolism is the most common preventable cause of death among hospitalized patients in the United States. This is not a new clinical problem, but it is a unique clinical problem that requires coordination of care across multiple locations by multiple providers. The VTE Safety Toolkit, a systems approach to safe practice intervention, developed by multidisciplinary teams based on evidences, will create a culture of safety within healthcare systems.