The Nruse Is Providing Care to Several Clients on a Medical-Surgical

question 77

Multiple Choice

The nruse is providing care to several clients on a medical-surgical unit.Which client is at highest risk for a nonthrombotic pulmonary embolism?

• A) The client who is receiving intravenous pain medication.
• B) The client who is postoperative from a femur fracture repair.
• C) The client with a primary lung tumor.
• D) The client who uses intravenous illicit drugs.

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