The Patient Is in Traction and Is at Risk for Fat

question 18

Multiple Choice

The patient is in traction and is at risk for fat embolism syndrome.Signs and symptoms of fat embolism include which of the following? (Select all that apply.)

• A)Chest pain
• B)Tachypnea
• C)Tachycardia
• D)Apprehension
• E)Altered LOC

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Definitions:

Midclavicular Line

An imaginary line on the body extending from the midpoint of the clavicle vertically down the torso.

Jugular Vein

A large vein in the neck that carries blood from the head to the heart.

Systole

The phase of the heart cycle during which the heart muscles contract and pump blood from the chambers into the arteries.

Diastole

The phase of the heartbeat when the heart muscle relaxes and allows the chambers to fill with blood.