When treating a patient with chest pain, pressure, or discomfort, you should FIRST:

A) administer supplemental oxygen.
B) place the patient in a position of comfort.
C) request an ALS ambulance response to the scene.
D) assess the blood pressure and give nitroglycerin.


Answer: B) place the patient in a position of comfort.

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What will be an ideal response?

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