Loss of albumin from the vascular space may result in a. ...

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Loss of albumin from the vascular space may result in
 
  a. peripheral edema.
  b. extra heart sounds.
  c. hypertension.
  d. hyponatremia.

Question 2

Depending on the patient's risk for the recurrence of PE, a patient may be placed on warfarin for
 
  a. 1 to 3 months.
  b. 3 to 6 months.
  c. 3 to 12 months.
  d. 12 to 36 months.

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Answer to Question 1

A
Decreased albumin levels in the vascular space result in a plasma-to-interstitium fluid shift, creating peripheral edema. A decreased albumin level can occur as a result of protein-calorie malnutrition, which occurs in many critically ill patients in whom available stores of albumin are depleted. A decrease in the plasma oncotic pressure results, and fluid shifts from the vascular space to the interstitial space.

Answer to Question 2

C
The patient should remain on warfarin for 3 to 12 months depending on his or her risk for thromboembolic disease.

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