A Patient Diagnosed with a Pulmonary Embolism Has Been Started

question 21

Multiple Choice

A patient diagnosed with a pulmonary embolism has been started on heparin therapy. The patient asks, "How long before the medicine dissolves my clot?" How should the nurse respond?

• A) "It will be at least 3 days before your blood levels are high enough to start dissolving the clot."
• B) "Your body will dissolve and resorb the clot. The heparin is to help prevent additional clots."
• C) "As soon as you are given intravenous heparin, the clot will begin to dissolve."
• D) "The clot will never dissolve. The heparin is to help prevent other clots from forming."

Recognize the importance of environmental factors and community infrastructure in disease prevention.

Understand the historical development of public health initiatives and their impact on community health.

Analyze the role of government and non-governmental organizations in the advancement of public health.

Identify key figures and their contributions to public health and nursing.

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Definitions:

Adaptability

The ability to adjust to new conditions, changes, or environments effectively.

Cohesion

The act of forming a united whole, often used to describe the sense of unity and togetherness within a group or team.

Communication

The act of exchanging information, ideas, or feelings between two or more entities, through various channels and means.

Level of Conversation

The depth and complexity of dialogue or discourse, ranging from superficial small talk to deep, meaningful exchanges.