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imanialler

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A 50-year-old male is diagnosed with pulmonary embolism (PE). Which of the following symp-toms most likely occurred before treatment is initiated?
 
  a. Dry cough and inspiratory crackles
  b. Shallow respirations and wheezing
  c. Chest pain and shortness of breath
  d. Kussmaul respirations and back pain

Question 2

Which of the following patients is at highest risk for developing pulmonary embolism (PE)?
 
  a. 21-year-old male with a hemophilia bleeding disorder
  b. 28-year-old woman who had a baby 6 months earlier
  c. 36-year-old woman with a history of al-cohol abuse who is recovering from a gas-tric ulcer
  d. 72-year-old male who is recovering from hip replacement surgery in the hospital


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lgoldst9

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
An individual with PE usually presents with the sudden onset of pleuritic chest pain, dyspnea, tachypnea, tachycardia, and unexplained anxiety. Individuals with PE do not experience a cough or wheezing. Kussmaul respirations are associated with acidosis.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
A 72-year-old is at risk for immobility and at increased risk for PE.


imanialler

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
:D TYSM

chereeb

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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