Deep vein thrombosis Quiz: Ace Your Exams

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A 76-year-old man with a history of stage IIIA non-small cell lung cancer presents to the emergency department for evaluation of pain and swelling of his right leg for the past two days. The patient decided to come in today when he became short of breath and lightheaded with exertion. Temperature is 37 °C (98.6 °F), blood pressure is 115/85 mmHg, pulse is 115/min, respiratory rate is 24/min, and oxygen saturation is 84% on room air. Pitting edema and erythema are noted from just below the right knee to the right foot. There is localized tenderness overlying the posterior tibial vein. Examination of the left leg is unremarkable. Lung sounds are clear on auscultation. Which of the following is the best next step in management?  

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