A female patient who called 911 when she noticed blood in her stool is scared and anxious. Her pulse rate is 124 and her blood pressure is 88/60 mmHg. After you get her vital signs, she nervously asks you if they are normal. Given her anxiety, you should:
A) change the subject.
B) inform her of the vital signs.
C) tell her they are normal.
D) reassure her that she is fine.
B
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