Risk factors associated with increased risk of thromboembolic disease include which of the following? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply
1. Diabetes mellitus
2. Varicose veins
3. Hypertension
4. Adolescent pregnancy
5. Malignancy
1, 2, 5
Explanation: 1. Diabetes mellitus is a risk factor for thromboembolic disease.
2. Varicose veins are a risk factor for thromboembolic disease.
5. Malignancy is a risk factor for thromboembolic disease.
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