1st April 2022

A patient who was awaiting investigation in the emergency department

A patient who was awaiting investigation in the emergency department for acute breathlessness is transferred urgently to ITU. When you enquire why you are told that he had suffered a “massive” pulmonary embolism. 

Which of the following correctly describes the criteria for diagnosis of a haemodynamically unstable or “massive” pulmonary embolism?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.