A 66-year-old man is complaining of substernal chest pain. The AEMT is considering administering nitroglycerin. Which one of the following patient statements is MOST relevant to the AEMT at this time?

A) "My urologist just started treating me for problems I am having with sex."
B) "I forgot to take my high blood pressure medication this morning."
C) "I took a nitroglycerin yesterday for the pain and it did not do anything."
D) "I accidentally took five baby aspirins when the chest pain first started."


Answer: A

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