NCLEX RN Practice Question # 546
NCLEX Examination.
Daily Practice Question # 546.
Nclex
PULMONARY EMBOLISM
Description:
An embolus blocking the pulmonary artery and disrupting blood flow to one or more lobes of the lung.
Assessment
- Sudden dyspnea
- Sudden sharp chest or upper abdominal pain
- Cyanosis
- Tachycardia
- A drop in blood pressure
Interventions
- Notify the physician immediately because pulmonary embolism may be life-threatening and requires emergency action.
- Monitor vital signs.
- Administer oxygen and medications as prescribed.