You respond to a 65-year-old male who is complaining of chest pain and difficulty breathing. Given this information, how should you focus your examination?
a. Perform a head-to-toe assessment looking for DCAPBTLS.
b. Spend time on the thoracic cavity assessment, and rapidly begin transport.
c. Spend time on a detailed history and an abbreviated physical examination.
d. This is a load-and-go high-priority patient, and no assessment should be done.
Answer: c. Spend time on a detailed history and an abbreviated physical examination.
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