EPISODE · Oct 28, 2025 · 6 MIN
Episode 83 - Wells Score
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A 55-year-old patient presents with sudden onset of shortness of breath and pleuritic chest pain. As part of the clinical decision making process, a physical therapist considers the Wells Score to assess the probability of pulmonary embolism. Which of the following findings would increase the Wells Score, indicating a higher clinical suspicion for pulmonary embolism?1. Wheezing during physical activity2. Bilateral lower extremity swelling3. Heart rate of 115 beats per minute4. Productive cough with green sputumWatch the video version of this episode on YouTube - https://youtu.be/53BOagVCoOQ
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A 55-year-old patient presents with sudden onset of shortness of breath and pleuritic chest pain. As part of the clinical decision making process, a physical therapist considers the Wells Score to assess the probability of pulmonary embolism. Which of the following findings would increase the Wells Score, indicating a higher clinical suspicion for pulmonary embolism? 1. Wheezing during physical activity 2. Bilateral lower extremity swelling 3. Heart rate of 115 beats per minute 4. Productive...
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