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Pulmonary Embolism Quiz

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Which diagnostic test is used to detect pulmonary embolism?

D-Dimer (correct)

Lipid Panel

Complete Blood Count (CBC)

Thyroid Function Tests

What is the most common origin of pulmonary emboli?

Deep vein thrombosis (correct)

Air emboli from chest trauma

Fat emboli from compound fractures

Blood clots from the heart

Which medication is used to dissolve clots in acute pulmonary embolism?

Aspirin

Alteplase (Activase) (correct)

Acetaminophen

Ibuprofen

What is the primary function of anticoagulants in pulmonary embolism?

Prevent new clot formation Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical presentation of a patient with pulmonary embolism?

Sudden onset dyspnea and chest pain Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of pulmonary embolism on gas exchange in the lungs?

It impairs gas exchange Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential risk associated with thrombolytic and anticoagulant medications in pulmonary embolism?

Increased risk of bleeding Signup and view all the answers

What position is recommended for patients with acute pulmonary embolism?

High Fowlers Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of an embolism in the pulmonary artery?

Prevents blood flow into the lungs Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential consequence of a high D-Dimer level in pulmonary embolism?

Indicates possible blood clot Signup and view all the answers

Pulmonary Embolism Quiz

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Questions and Answers

Which diagnostic test is used to detect pulmonary embolism?

What is the most common origin of pulmonary emboli?

Which medication is used to dissolve clots in acute pulmonary embolism?

What is the primary function of anticoagulants in pulmonary embolism?

What is the typical presentation of a patient with pulmonary embolism?

What is the effect of pulmonary embolism on gas exchange in the lungs?

What is the potential risk associated with thrombolytic and anticoagulant medications in pulmonary embolism?

What position is recommended for patients with acute pulmonary embolism?

What is the consequence of an embolism in the pulmonary artery?

What is the potential consequence of a high D-Dimer level in pulmonary embolism?

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