Case Study pulmonary embolism

Complete this case study after reading the assigned module content in the text and reviewing the online presentation included in the learning module.

Read the following scenario and patient information and then complete the case study by answering each of the discussion questions listed on the last page.

(Note: images included in this case study are for demonstration purposes only and do not necessarily reflect this particular patient.)

Compose accurate and thorough answers including your rationale for any decisions made. Include a reference page listing all sources used (including the textbook). All sources must be listed using APA format.

Discussion questions:

  1. Describe the pathophysiology of pulmonary embolism.
  2. What clinical manifestations, if any, suggest a pulmonary embolism in the patient?
  3. Identify 5 major risk factors of this patient for pulmonary embolism.
  4. Explain how various imaging procedures are used in diagnosis or treatment of PE.
  5. Radiography
  6. CT
  7. Sonography
  8. Nuclear Medicine
  9. Angiography
  10. Identify the abnormal vital signs and lab/imaging results; and describe how these findings confirm the diagnosis of PE. (Which single clinical finding provides the strongest evidence of pulmonary embolus in this patient?)
  11. Discuss possible complications related to this pathology that may affect the patient’s condition and require medical intervention to ensure patient well-being and safety during imaging procedures?

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