Abstract
A concurrent audit was conducted over a four week period to determine if patients coming for surgery and wearing thromboembolic deterrent stockings (TEDS) adhered to local policy and recommended guidelines. Data was collected on 30 surgical procedures. The audit highlighted failings in the application of TEDS, identifying poor compliance with correct measurement, application and documentation. It also recognised poor communication between care givers and surgical patients regarding TEDS use. There needs to be an increased awareness about local policy, national and international guidelines regarding the use of TEDS for patients having surgery.
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