
NCLEX RN Practice Question # 882
NCLEX Examination. Practice Question # 882. Pulmonary embolism Description: Pulmonary embolism is caused by the movement of foreign particles (blood clot, fat, or air) into the pulmonary circulation. Nursing Assessment Restlessness and apprehension Sudden onset of dyspnea and chest pain Cough, hemoptysis, hypoxemia, or crackles Nursing Interventions Notify the PHCP immediately if signs…