Pharmacotherapy of DVT & PE

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What is the composition of venous thrombi?

  • Primarily white blood cells and plasma
  • Primarily calcium and collagen
  • Primarily fibrin and erythrocytes (correct)
  • Primarily platelets and cholesterol

What is the most common site for the formation of venous thrombi?

  • Upper extremities
  • Lower extremities (correct)
  • Head and neck
  • Abdomen

Which of the following is a possible behavior of a venous thrombus once formed?

  • Transform into arterial thrombus
  • Turn into a malignant tumor
  • Remain asymptomatic (correct)
  • Burst and cause extensive bleeding

What is the typical presentation of DVT?

<p>Unilateral leg swelling with warmth and tenderness (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the nonspecific symptoms associated with PE?

<p>Dyspnea, pleuritic chest pain, anxiety, cough, and hemoptysis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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