Coworkers of a 42-year-old man called 911 because the patient, who is normally healthy, became ill at work. Which one of the following findings should increase your suspicion that the patient has a serious condition?
A) He is confused and agitated.
B) His blood pressure is 152/90.
C) His pulse oximetry reading is 97%.
D) There is no known history of recent illness.
A
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