Question

A 62-year-old postoperative patient is clinically stable after a pulmonary embolism diagnosed in the ED. PESI score indicates low risk. What disposition is acceptable?

Accepted Answer

ED discharge on anticoagulation with close follow-up for selected low-risk patients

Answer

Mandatory admission for all PE

Answer

Discharge only if on oxygen

Answer

ICU admission for all PE

Answer

Observe for 48 hours then discharge

Practice question

A 62-year-old postoperative patient is clinically stable after a pulmonary embolism diagnosed in the ED. PESI score indicates low risk. What disposition is acceptable?