Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary Embolism ( 35 Questions)
Correct. Chest pain that worsens with deep breaths (pleuritic chest pain) is a common and concerning symptom of pulmonary embolism.
Incorrect. Persistent cough with yellow-green mucus production is not a typical symptom of pulmonary embolism.
Incorrect. Lightheadedness and dizziness can be associated with pulmonary embolism but are less specific symptoms.
Incorrect. Swelling and redness in the lower legs are more indicative of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), which can sometimes lead to pulmonary embolism but are not direct symptoms of pulmonary embolism.
A) Correct. Chest pain that worsens with deep breaths (pleuritic chest pain) is a common and concerning symptom of pulmonary embolism.
B) Incorrect. Persistent cough with yellow-green mucus production is not a typical symptom of pulmonary embolism.
C) Incorrect. Lightheadedness and dizziness can be associated with pulmonary embolism but are less specific symptoms.
D) Incorrect. Swelling and redness in the lower legs are more indicative of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), which can sometimes lead to pulmonary embolism but are not direct symptoms of pulmonary embolism.