FREE AMLS Pulmonary Embolism Question and Answers

Question 1

What is the most common cause of pulmonary embolism (PE)?

Accepted Answer

Blood clot (deep vein thrombosis)

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Air embolism

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Fat embolism

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Tumor embolism

Question 2

Which of the following is a primary symptom of pulmonary embolism?

Accepted Answer

Difficulty breathing

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Chest pain

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High fever

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Coughing up blood

Question 3

What diagnostic test is most commonly used to confirm the presence of a pulmonary embolism?

Accepted Answer

CT pulmonary angiography

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MRI

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Chest X-ray

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Electrocardiogram (ECG)

Question 4

Which factor increases the risk of developing a pulmonary embolism?

Accepted Answer

Sedentary lifestyle

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Dehydration

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High protein diet

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Insomnia

Question 5

Which of the following medications is commonly prescribed for preventing blood clots in patients at risk of pulmonary embolism?

Accepted Answer

Anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin, heparin)

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Statins

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Beta-blockers

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Antibiotics