Medical Surgical Nursing Study Guide Ignatavicius Ch. 32 questions with correct answers
Which are major risk factors for venous thromboembolism leading to pulmonary embolism? Select all that apply. a. Malnutrition b. Central venous catheters c. COPD d. Obesity e. Prolonged immobility f. Conditions that decrease blood clotting Answer b. Central venous catheters d. Obesity e. Prolonged immobility What is the most common site of origin for a clot to occur, causing a pulmonary embolism? a. Right side of the heart b. Deep veins of the legs and pelvis c. Antecubital vein in the upper extremities d. Subclavian veins Answer b. Deep veins of the legs and pelvis What is the most common cause of an embolism?
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