Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary Embolism ( 35 Questions)
Incorrect. Surgery does increase the risk of pulmonary embolism, especially when accompanied by immobility.
Correct. Prolonged immobility, birth control pills, and obesity are known risk factors for post-surgery pulmonary embolism.
Incorrect. While smoking and caffeine intake can impact lung health, they are not the primary risk factors for post-surgery pulmonary embolism.
Incorrect. While a family history of clotting disorders can contribute to the risk, it is not a common risk factor discussed in the context of post-surgery pulmonary embolism.
A) Incorrect. Surgery does increase the risk of pulmonary embolism, especially when accompanied by immobility.
B) Correct. Prolonged immobility, birth control pills, and obesity are known risk factors for post-surgery pulmonary embolism.
C) Incorrect. While smoking and caffeine intake can impact lung health, they are not the primary risk factors for post-surgery pulmonary embolism.
D) Incorrect. While a family history of clotting disorders can contribute to the risk, it is not a common risk factor discussed in the context of post-surgery pulmonary embolism.