Which Clients Are at Highest Risk for Pulmonary Embolism (PE)

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Multiple Choice

Which clients are at highest risk for pulmonary embolism (PE) ? (Select all that apply)

• A) Middle-aged client awaiting surgery
• B) Older adult with a 20-pack-year history of smoking
• C) Client who has been on bedrest for 3 weeks
• D) Obese client who has elevated platelets
• E) Middle-aged client with diabetes mellitus type 1
• F) Older adult who has just had abdominal surgery

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