Pulmonary Embolism Flashcards by Marama Hill | Brainscape

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Define Pulmonary Embolism

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Is a blockage in one of the pulmonary arteries in your lungs

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Signs of Pulmonary embolism

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Shortness of breath
Chest pain
Cough Blood

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Causes of Pulmonary Embolism

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DVT - Surgery
Heart disease - Pregnancy
Over weight

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