When assessing a female patient with chest pain and shortness of breath, you note that her blood pressure is 80/50 mm Hg, her heart rate is 120 beats/min, and she has cyanosis around her mouth. In addition to supporting her ventilations, you should:

A. perform a secondary assessment.
B. prepare for immediate transport.
C. give her a bronchodilator drug.

Answer: B. prepare for immediate transport.

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