A 26-year-old female has called 911 because of lower abdominal pain. Your findings are consistent with a urinary tract infection. She has a history of urinary tract infections as well as asthma. Her vital signs are: pulse 116, respirations 14 and adequate, blood pressure 108/56, SpO2 99%, and temperature 101.6?F. Which of the following would be the priority of care?

A) Nonemergent transport
B) Aspirin for fever control
C) Albuterol via her metered-dose inhaler
D) Advanced life support assistance


A

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