Which diagnostic study should the md order for the patient

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Problem: A 58 year old patient comes into the ED with shortness of breath. He had knee surgery 2 months ago, is 180kg, smokes a pack of cigarettes a week, has chronic renal disease and hyperlipidemia. The MD suspects a pulmonary embolism. Which diagnostic study should the MD order for this patient to confirm diagnosis?

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