What is the relationship between age and the risk of pulmonary embolism?
a. Risk decreases with age.
b. Risk remains same throughout lifespan.
c. Risk increases with age.
d. Risk increases dramatically in elderly.
C
As age increases, the risk for pulmonary embolism becomes greater because of the development of arteriosclerosis and other vascular changes associated with aging. Other factors increasing the risk for PE are heredity, smoking, peripheral vascular disease, diabetes mellitus, and oral contraceptive use.
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