Which of the following questions would be of LEAST pertinence when obtaining a focused history of a patient with an acute onset of chest discomfort?
A. Have you ever been told you have low blood pressure?
B. Have you experienced paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea?
C. Do you have any respiratory diseases, such as emphysema?
D. Do you have diabetes or any problems with your blood sugar?
Answer: A. Have you ever been told you have low blood pressure?
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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