Pulmonary Embolism Diagnosis and Symptoms

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Fat emboli are caused by cholesterol or fatty substances that may clog the arteries when sugary foods are consumed more.

False

Air emboli usually come from intravenous devices.

True

Septic emboli originate from a bacterial invasion of the thrombus.

True

Amniotic fluid emboli are caused by amniotic fluid that has leaked towards the veins.

False Signup and view all the answers

When a thrombus partially obstructs the pulmonary artery, gas exchange is impaired.

True Signup and view all the answers

Patient education instructions are provided to help prevent recurrences and side effects of treatment.

True Signup and view all the answers

PE can present with features like pleuritic chest pain, hemoptysis, shortness of breath, and collapse.

True Signup and view all the answers

Risk factors for PE include heart rate <100 beats per minute.

False Signup and view all the answers

Possible differential diagnoses for PE include myocardial infarction, pneumonia, pneumothorax, and COPD exacerbation.

True Signup and view all the answers

PE may be caused by amniotic fluid emboli.

False Signup and view all the answers

When the workload of the left ventricle exceeds the limit, failure may occur.

False Signup and view all the answers

The intensity of dyspnea is independent of the extent of embolization.

False Signup and view all the answers

Chest pain associated with embolization is gradual in onset.

False Signup and view all the answers

Tachycardia occurs in embolization because the left ventricle catches up with its workload.

False Signup and view all the answers

Tachypnea is the most frequent sign in cases of embolization.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cause of pulmonary embolism in the majority of cases?

Blood clot or thrombus Signup and view all the answers

Which type of emboli is characterized by cholesterol or fatty substances that may clog the arteries?

Fat emboli Signup and view all the answers

Where do amniotic fluid emboli typically originate from?

The veins Signup and view all the answers

From where do septic emboli primarily originate?

Bacterial invasion of the thrombus Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following substances causes constriction of blood vessels in the area surrounding a clot in the context of pulmonary embolism pathophysiology?

Various substances released from the clot area Signup and view all the answers

What is a common cause of septic emboli?

Bacterial invasion of the thrombus Signup and view all the answers

Which substance is primarily responsible for causing fat emboli?

Cholesterol or fatty substances Signup and view all the answers

Where do air emboli usually originate from?

Intravenous devices Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cause of amniotic fluid emboli?

Amniotic fluid leakage Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for tachycardia in cases of embolization?

Right ventricle catching up with its workload Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cause of fat emboli?

Consuming sugary foods Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding septic emboli?

Result from a bacterial invasion of the thrombus Signup and view all the answers

Air emboli typically originate from which source?

Intravenous devices Signup and view all the answers

What is the cause of amniotic fluid emboli?

Leakage of amniotic fluid towards the veins Signup and view all the answers

Which option correctly describes the pathophysiology of fat emboli?

Cholesterol or fatty substances clogging the arteries Signup and view all the answers

In the context of pulmonary embolism, what is the primary cause of septic emboli?

Bacterial invasion Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary substance that causes fat emboli in the arteries?

Cholesterol Signup and view all the answers

Where do air emboli usually originate from in the context of pulmonary embolism?

Intravenous devices Signup and view all the answers

The pathophysiology of fat emboli involves the clogging of arteries by which substance?

Fatty foods Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cause of amniotic fluid emboli in the context of pulmonary embolism?

Leakage towards arteries Signup and view all the answers

What is a distinguishing feature of septic emboli compared to other types of emboli?

They are linked to bacterial invasion of a thrombus Signup and view all the answers

How do fat emboli differ from air emboli?

Fat emboli are caused by sugary foods consumption Signup and view all the answers

From where do air emboli usually originate?

Primarily originating from intravenous devices Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of amniotic fluid emboli?

Leakage of amniotic fluid towards the veins Signup and view all the answers

Which substance is primarily responsible for causing fat emboli?

Cholesterol or fatty substances clogging the arteries Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following interventions is commonly used in the medical management of septic emboli?

Thrombolytic therapy Signup and view all the answers

What is a distinguishing feature of fat emboli that sets them apart from other types of emboli?

Their cholesterol or fatty substance composition Signup and view all the answers

In the context of embolization, where do air emboli usually originate from?

Intravenous devices Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant characteristic of amniotic fluid emboli that distinguishes them from other types of emboli?

Presence of pleuritic chest pain Signup and view all the answers

What is the key pathophysiological factor that impairs gas exchange when a thrombus partially obstructs the pulmonary artery?

Reduced blood flow Signup and view all the answers

Pulmonary Embolism Diagnosis and Symptoms

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Fat emboli are caused by cholesterol or fatty substances that may clog the arteries when sugary foods are consumed more.

Air emboli usually come from intravenous devices.

Septic emboli originate from a bacterial invasion of the thrombus.

Amniotic fluid emboli are caused by amniotic fluid that has leaked towards the veins.

When a thrombus partially obstructs the pulmonary artery, gas exchange is impaired.

Patient education instructions are provided to help prevent recurrences and side effects of treatment.

PE can present with features like pleuritic chest pain, hemoptysis, shortness of breath, and collapse.

Risk factors for PE include heart rate <100 beats per minute.

Possible differential diagnoses for PE include myocardial infarction, pneumonia, pneumothorax, and COPD exacerbation.

PE may be caused by amniotic fluid emboli.

When the workload of the left ventricle exceeds the limit, failure may occur.

The intensity of dyspnea is independent of the extent of embolization.

Chest pain associated with embolization is gradual in onset.

Tachycardia occurs in embolization because the left ventricle catches up with its workload.

Tachypnea is the most frequent sign in cases of embolization.

What is the main cause of pulmonary embolism in the majority of cases?

Which type of emboli is characterized by cholesterol or fatty substances that may clog the arteries?

Where do amniotic fluid emboli typically originate from?

From where do septic emboli primarily originate?

Which of the following substances causes constriction of blood vessels in the area surrounding a clot in the context of pulmonary embolism pathophysiology?

What is a common cause of septic emboli?

Which substance is primarily responsible for causing fat emboli?

Where do air emboli usually originate from?

What is the main cause of amniotic fluid emboli?

What is the primary reason for tachycardia in cases of embolization?

What is the main cause of fat emboli?

Which statement is true regarding septic emboli?

Air emboli typically originate from which source?

What is the cause of amniotic fluid emboli?

Which option correctly describes the pathophysiology of fat emboli?

In the context of pulmonary embolism, what is the primary cause of septic emboli?

What is the primary substance that causes fat emboli in the arteries?

Where do air emboli usually originate from in the context of pulmonary embolism?

The pathophysiology of fat emboli involves the clogging of arteries by which substance?

What is the main cause of amniotic fluid emboli in the context of pulmonary embolism?

What is a distinguishing feature of septic emboli compared to other types of emboli?

How do fat emboli differ from air emboli?

From where do air emboli usually originate?

What is the primary cause of amniotic fluid emboli?

Which substance is primarily responsible for causing fat emboli?

Which of the following interventions is commonly used in the medical management of septic emboli?

What is a distinguishing feature of fat emboli that sets them apart from other types of emboli?

In the context of embolization, where do air emboli usually originate from?

What is a significant characteristic of amniotic fluid emboli that distinguishes them from other types of emboli?

What is the key pathophysiological factor that impairs gas exchange when a thrombus partially obstructs the pulmonary artery?

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