CHEST: Mnemonic approach to manage pulmonary embolism.

Acute pulmonary embolism is a challenging and potentially fatal disease that requires prompt assessment and precise management. Due to the lack of specific symptoms, NPs need to know how to identify a pulmonary embolism to manage it safely. This article discusses risk factors, initial approach, and diagnosis of acute pulmonary embolism using pretest probability and risk stratification tools. A mnemonic is proposed to guide medical management. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]