When assessing a patient, which finding should raise the EMT's suspicion that the patient may be suffering from a pulmonary embolism?

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Sudden onset of shortness of breath is a common and significant symptom of pulmonary embolism. The other options are less specific to this condition. Bradycardia with normal SpO₂ reading can be seen in other conditions as well. Chest pain that radiates to the arm can be a symptom of a heart attack or other conditions, while crackles in the lungs can indicate fluid buildup or infection.

When Assessing a Patient, Which Finding Should Raise the EMT's