A 75 year old man has generalized weakness and chest pain. He has a bottle of prescribed nitroglycerin and he states that he has not taken any of his medication. After initiating oxygen therapy, you should next

A. apply the AED and prepare the patient for immediate transport
B. perform a detailed physical examination to located any other problems.
C. contact medical control for permission to assist the patient with his nitroglycerin.
D. complete a focused physical examination, including obtaining baseline vital signs.

Answer: D. complete a focused physical examination, including obtaining baseline vital signs.

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