A patient at a mountain ski resort presents to you with notable shortness of breath. She denies any past medical history and takes no medications. Your assessment reveals crackles to the bases of both lungs. After applying oxygen, you realize that the key to helping this patient improve is to:
A) Remove her to a lower altitude
B) Administer albuterol by a metered-dose inhaler
C) Position her in a left lateral recumbent position
D) Place her in a supine position with legs elevated
A) Remove her to a lower altitude
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