Pulmonary Embolism

Pulmonary Embolism ( 35 Questions)

A nurse is assessing a client with suspected pulmonary embolism. The client reports feeling a sudden sense of impending doom and restlessness. Which term best describes this psychological symptom?


Correct Answer: C

A) Incorrect. Anhedonia refers to the inability to experience pleasure and is not the best description of the client's symptom.

B) Incorrect. Euphoria is a state of intense happiness or elation, which is not consistent with the client's report.

C) Correct. The client's feeling of impending doom and restlessness is characteristic of anxiety, which can occur in response to a pulmonary embolism.

D) Incorrect. Apathy refers to a lack of interest or emotion and does not describe the client's state of restlessness and fear.




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