Which is the most appropriate initial treatment for Pulmonary embolism?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Anticoagulation with low-molecular-weight heparin
- Step 1: Pulmonary embolism is treated with anticoagulation with low-molecular-weight heparin.
Answer
Anticoagulation with low-molecular-weight heparin.
Why not the others: 'Oral amoxicillin': there is no sign of infection. 'Aspirin alone': an antiplatelet agent does not adequately treat venous thrombo-embolism. 'Insertion of a chest drain': it treats pneumothorax or effusion, neither of which is present.
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