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护理干预在预防术后患者深静脉血栓形成中的研究  Introduction Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is among the common complications, which might occur after surgery. This condition is prevalent because surgery often impairs blood flow, and immobility, for extended periods, enhances the possibility of DVT occurrence. DVT reduces quality of life, increases healthcare costs, and threatens the survival of patients. As a result, there is a need to explore nursing interventions that can assist in DVT prevention. This study aims to investigate nursing interventions that can be implemented to prevent DVT in post-surgery patients. Literature Review The incidence rate of DVT after surgery varies with the type of operation, duration of surgery, the extent of surgical trauma, and the age of the patient. Mathiesen, Cooper, Ratcliffe, Chapman, and Mapstone (2021) conducted a literature review on DVT prevention in patients undergoing orthopedic surgery. The study found that mechanical prophylaxis methods, such as compression stockings, foot pumps, and intermittent pneumatic compression (IPC), were widely utilized to reduce DVT incidence. Furthermore, pharmacological prophylactic methods, such as anticoagulants, have been used to manage DVT. These methods show an overall reduction in the incidence of DVT. However, anticoagulants have adverse effects, such as hemorrhage, that might make their use less efficient (Giddings Robinson, 2019). Reduced mobility is a primary predisposing factor of DVT. The risk of DVT occurrence also increases with an extended period of immobility after surgery. Therefore, early ambulation after surgery is an effective method for preventing DVT. According to Wang, Chen, Zhang, and Li (2018), ambulation after surgery promotes venous return, prevents blood stasis, and reduces the incidence of DVT. Ambulation, in conjunction with mechanical prophylaxis and pharmacological prophylaxis, reduces the incidence of DVT in post-surgery patients. Methodology Study Design This study is a rand