Which of the Following Patients Is at Highest Risk for Developing

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following patients is at highest risk for developing pulmonary embolism (PE) ?

• A) 21-year-old male with a hemophilia bleeding disorder
• B) 28-year-old woman who had a baby 6 months earlier
• C) 36-year-old woman with a history of alcohol abuse who is recovering from a gastric ulcer
• D) 72-year-old male who is recovering from hip replacement surgery in the hospital

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Definitions:

Specific Gravity

The ratio of the density of a substance to the density of a reference substance, typically water, indicating how heavy or light a substance is in comparison to water.

Urinalysis

A test of urine aimed at detecting disorders such as urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes.

Hyperkalemia

A medical condition characterized by an abnormally high level of potassium in the blood, which can be dangerous to the heart.

Acute Renal Failure

A sudden loss of kidney function, which can result from issues such as reduced blood flow to the kidneys, damage, or blockages.