You are caring for a 62-year-old female patient with chest discomfort and shortness of breath. She is alert and oriented with an open airway. Her breathing is adequate and radial pulse strong. Her skin is warm and dry. What should you do next?

A) Perform a secondary assessment
B) Obtain the patient's heart rate and blood pressure
C) Assist the patient to the ambulance for immediate transport
D) Assist the patient in taking a nitroglycerin tablet

B) Obtain the patient's heart rate and blood pressure