Combines BUN, Hgb, systolic BP, and melena. High score = scope now.
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Shortness of breath demands a binary approach: Is it the heart or the lungs? The workup proceeds from least to most invasive. Pulmonary Embolism (PE)
This workup prioritizes ruling out "must-not-miss" conditions like Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) , Aortic Dissection , Pulmonary Embolism (PE) , and Pneumothorax . Initial Steps: Order a stat EKG and serial troponins.
Management by Score: