Based on the patient’s presentation, select whether each sym…
Based on the patient’s presentation, select whether each symptom is more consistent with pulmonary embolism (PE) or anaphylaxis. Scenario: A 54-year-old female presents with sudden shortness of breath. She is upright, grasping for air, and unable to speak in full sentences. Her respiratory rate is 34, and she has audible wheezing. She appears pale, diaphoretic, and her SpO2 on room air is 85%. Lung sounds reveal diffuse wheezing. Her heart rate is 126 bpm and regular, and her bP is 148/90 mmHg. There are no signs of trauma or chest pain.