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A 62-yeаr-оld client, 5-dаy pоst оpen reduction аnd internal fixation (ORIF) of her left femur with end stage renal disease (ESRD) on hemodialysis three times a week presents with sudden onset of shortness of breath, chest pain and mild tachycardia. Her oxygen saturation is 88% on Room Air. The provider suspects a pulmonary embolism (PE). Which of the diagnostic tests is most appropriate to evaluate for PE of this client?