Pulmonary embolism - ANSWER Collection of particulate matter (solids, liquid or air) entering the venous system and lodges in pulm. vessels



Can obstruct blood flow resulting in reduced gas exchange, reduced oxygenation, lung tissue hypoxia, decreased perfusion, and death



Fat emboli - ANSWER Occurs with a fracture of femur. Does not impede blood flow but injures blood vessels and causes ARDS.



Nursing intervention for fat emboli - ANSWER Immobilize injury to prevent from dislodging



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