You have been called for a conscious and alert 83-year-old male complaining of a fever for three days. He has a history of peripheral vascular disease. When assessing the patient's circulation, you have a difficult time feeling his radial pulse. What would your next action be?
A) Start cardiopulmonary resuscitation
B) Check the patient's blood pressure
C) Locate the patient's carotid pulse
D) Apply supplemental oxygen
C) Locate the patient's carotid pulse
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