The patient's blood pressure was 120/80 at rest. During the stress test, it has fallen to 90/50 and he is cold and clammy. What is the appropriate course of action?

A) Stop the test immediately.
B) Continue as is.
C) Stop for a minute, then resume at a slower pace.
D) Slow the pace to let the patient recover, then speed it back up to the previous level.


A

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