Your patient is an 89-year-old female who you suspect has a generalized infection. Her airway is patent, she is breathing 18 times per minute with good tidal volume, and she has a rapid and weak pulse. Her skin is pale, warm, and moist. Another responder reports that her blood pressure is 88/60. You should FIRST:
A) perform a detailed physical exam.
B) administer oxygen through a non rebreather mask.
C) obtain a SAMPLE history.
D) take a repeat blood pressure to confirm hypotension.
A
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