Which Assessment Finding Indicates That the Patient Is at High

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which assessment finding indicates that the patient is at high risk for development of pulmonary embolism?

• A) The patient's platelet count was 45,000/mm³ this morning.
• B) The patient's last bowel movement was before surgery,4 days ago.
• C) The patient has refused enoxaparin injections after surgery.
• D) The patient required transfusion of two units of packed red blood cells.

Understand the diffusion of gases across the respiratory membrane and factors affecting it.

Understand the primary functions and importance of the nasal passage in breathing.

Identify the primary site for gas exchange in mammalian lungs.

Recognize the role and location of the body's natural pacemaker for inhalation.

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