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A client with a history of smoking asks the nurse about the relationship between smoking and the risk of pulmonary embolism. How should the nurse explain this relationship?

"Smoking has no impact on the risk of pulmonary embolism."

"Smoking can lower the risk of pulmonary embolism due to improved lung function."

"Smoking increases the risk of pulmonary embolism due to blood vessel damage and clot formation."

"Pulmonary embolism risk is only related to the duration of smoking, not the amount."

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

A) Incorrect. Smoking can influence the risk of pulmonary embolism, typically increasing it.

B) Incorrect. Smoking is generally associated with increased pulmonary embolism risk, not reduced risk.

C) Correct. Smoking can damage blood vessels and promote clot formation, contributing to the risk of

pulmonary embolism.

D) Incorrect. Both the duration and amount of smoking can impact pulmonary embolism risk.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A) Incorrect. DVT and pulmonary embolism are related conditions, and they share risk factors.

B) Correct. Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in the legs can lead to pulmonary embolism if a clot dislodges and travels to the lungs.

C) Incorrect. DVT and pulmonary embolism are distinct conditions, although they are closely related due to their connection through blood clots.

D) Incorrect. DVT is not a more severe form of pulmonary embolism; they are separate but related conditions.

A. To administer anticoagulant medications directly into the bloodstream B. To prevent airway obstruction C. To capture and prevent blood clots from reaching the pulmonary circulation D. To deliver oxygen directly to the lungs

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A) Incorrect. An IVC filter is not used to administer anticoagulant medications but rather to prevent blood clots from reaching the pulmonary circulation.

B) Incorrect. IVC filters are not used to prevent airway obstruction.

C) Correct. The primary purpose of an IVC filter is to capture and prevent blood clots from reaching the pulmonary circulation, reducing the risk of pulmonary embolism.

D) Incorrect. IVC filters are not used to deliver oxygen directly to the lungs but rather to prevent emboli from reaching the lungs.

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A client with a history of smoking asks the nurse about the relationship between smoking and the risk of pulmonary embolism. How should the nurse explain this relationship?

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Correct Answer is C

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