Which of the following patients should the nurse monitor most closely for symptoms of a pulmonary embolism (PE)?

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A patient with a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in the leg is at highest risk for developing a pulmonary embolism (PE) because the blood clot can break off and travel to the lungs. COPD, smoking, and history of radiation therapy for lung cancer can also increase the risk for developing a PE, but not as much as having a DVT.

Which of the Following Patients Should the Nurse Monitor Most