A 92-year-old male states that he "passed out" and fell. He regained consciousness a few moments later, but had shortness of breath and sharp chest discomfort. Which element of the patient's history is of greatest concern?
A) He had hip surgery two years ago
B) The patient took nitroglycerin and still has pain
C) The patient states his left calf is tender and painful
D) The patient injured his wrist when he fell
B) The patient took nitroglycerin and still has pain
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