Which person is at greatest risk for developing a pulmonary embolism?
A) A 25-year-old man with asthma
B) A 28-year-old woman in the first trimester of a normal pregnancy
C) A 42-year-old woman with a broken ankle
D) A 67-year-old man with a deep vein thrombosis in the femoral vein

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The presence of deep vein thrombosis in the lower limbs is the most important risk factor for pulmonary embolism.Older age is also a risk factor.Asthma is not a specific risk factor for pulmonary embolism.The risk of developing blood clots and pulmonary emboli occurs later in pregnancy.Fractures of the pelvis or long bones can lead to fat emboli to the lung,but not fractures to small bones.

Which Person Is at Greatest Risk for Developing a Pulmonary