01
True or false
1 point
True or false: A D-dimer result by itself confirms that a patient has a pulmonary embolism.
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5 Pulmonary Embolism Practice Questions Online Quiz Questions
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20 questions
02
Choose one
1 point
A patient is being evaluated for a possible pulmonary embolism. Which test is commonly used to image the pulmonary arteries for a clot?
- A
Computed tomography pulmonary angiography (CTPA)
- B
Routine sputum culture
- C
Electroencephalogram
- D
Spirometry
03
Written response
1 point
What is the clinical term for chest pain that worsens with a deep breath?
04
Choose all
1 point
A nurse reviews a patient's history for factors that increase the risk of pulmonary embolism. Select all that apply.
- A
Recent major orthopedic surgery
- B
Prolonged immobility
- C
Active cancer
- D
Pregnancy
- E
Seasonal allergies
05
Fill in the blank
1 point
Anticoagulants help prevent and reduce the chance of .
06
True or false
1 point
True or false: Anticoagulant therapy directly dissolves an existing pulmonary embolism.
- A
True
- B
False
07
Choose one
1 point
A patient with confirmed pulmonary embolism asks why an anticoagulant was prescribed. Which response best explains its purpose?
- A
“It immediately dissolves the clot.”
- B
“It helps prevent the clot from growing and reduces the chance of new clots forming.”
- C
“It prevents all bleeding.”
- D
“It replaces the need for follow-up.”
08
Written response
1 point
A patient taking an anticoagulant reports black, tarry stools and feeling faint. What serious complication might these findings indicate?
09
Fill in the blank
1 point
A hospitalized patient with suspected PE becomes acutely more short of breath, confused, and hypotensive. The nurse should , stay with the patient, and support .
10
Choose one
1 point
A patient receiving anticoagulant therapy for PE reports new black, tarry stools and feels faint. What should the nurse do?
- A
Document the finding and wait until the next scheduled assessment.
- B
Promptly report the findings and assess for bleeding and hemodynamic changes.
- C
Tell the patient to take an extra dose of anticoagulant.
- D
Encourage the patient to use a firm-bristled toothbrush.
11
Choose all
1 point
A patient with suspected PE is worsening rapidly. Select all appropriate immediate nursing actions.
- A
Activate the rapid response or emergency response system.
- B
Leave the patient to obtain routine supplies.
- C
Stay with the patient and support airway, breathing, and circulation.
- D
Apply oxygen according to emergency protocol or orders.
12
Open ended
1 point
A patient with PE has persistent hypotension and signs of shock despite initial support. Explain how anticoagulation is used for most patients with PE and describe what additional treatment the team may evaluate in this high-risk situation.
13
Choose one
1 point
If CTPA is not selected for a patient being evaluated for PE, which alternative imaging test may be considered depending on the patient's circumstances?
- A
A ventilation-perfusion (V/Q) scan
- B
Routine sputum culture
- C
Electroencephalogram
- D
Spirometry
14
Choose one
1 point
A patient being assessed for pulmonary embolism has several findings in their history. Which one is a recognized risk factor for PE?
- A
Seasonal allergies
- B
Recent major orthopedic surgery
- C
A mild headache
- D
A healed minor abrasion
15
Choose one
1 point
A mostly bedbound patient develops sudden sharp chest pain that worsens with a deep breath, difficulty breathing, tachycardia, and low oxygen saturation. What is the most appropriate interpretation?
- A
The findings are expected and need no further assessment.
- B
The patient may have an acute PE and needs urgent evaluation.
- C
The symptoms confirm pneumonia.
- D
The patient should walk to improve circulation.
16
Written response
1 point
A patient receiving anticoagulant therapy for PE reports a stool finding that may indicate bleeding. What finding should prompt urgent assessment?
17
Choose one
1 point
A patient is being evaluated for suspected PE. Which test is commonly used to image the pulmonary arteries for a clot?
- A
Computed tomography pulmonary angiography (CTPA)
- B
Routine sputum culture
- C
Electroencephalogram
- D
Spirometry
18
Choose one
1 point
A patient with confirmed PE asks what their prescribed anticoagulant is intended to do. Which explanation is most accurate?
- A
It immediately dissolves the clot.
- B
It helps prevent the clot from growing and reduces the chance of new clots forming.
- C
It prevents all bleeding.
- D
It replaces the need for follow-up.
19
Written response
1 point
Depending on the patient and clinical circumstances, which scan may be considered instead of CTPA when evaluating suspected PE?
20
True or false
1 point
True or false: After a patient with pulmonary embolism begins treatment, continued monitoring for worsening oxygenation and hemodynamic instability is unnecessary if the patient initially improves.
- A
True
- B
False
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