Pulmonary Embolism Nursing Diagnosis & Care Plan
Pulmonary embolism occurs when a blood clot lodges in one or more pulmonary arteries, blocking blood flow to portions of the lung. If not identified and treated promptly, this blockage can lead to life-threatening complications. Most commonly, these clots originate from deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in the legs. Key Clinical Manifestations Common signs and symptoms … See Nursing Diagnoses