Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary Embolism ( 35 Questions)
Incorrect. Fatigue and weakness can be nonspecific symptoms and are not specific to pulmonary embolism.
Incorrect. While cough and sore throat can be symptoms of respiratory conditions, they are not specific to pulmonary embolism.
Correct. Sharp, stabbing chest pain that worsens with deep breaths, known as pleuritic chest pain, is a classic symptom of pulmonary embolism.
Incorrect. Increased appetite and weight gain are not typically associated with pulmonary embolism and may suggest other conditions.
A) Incorrect. Fatigue and weakness can be nonspecific symptoms and are not specific to pulmonary embolism.
B) Incorrect. While cough and sore throat can be symptoms of respiratory conditions, they are not specific to pulmonary embolism.
C) Correct. Sharp, stabbing chest pain that worsens with deep breaths, known as pleuritic chest pain, is a classic symptom of pulmonary embolism.
D) Incorrect. Increased appetite and weight gain are not typically associated with pulmonary embolism and may suggest other conditions.