Which of these assessment findings is of most concern with a 46-year-old male patient who complains of severe abdominal pain?
A) Blood pressure of 90/64 mmHg
B) Respiratory rate of 22 breaths/min
C) Heart rate of 96 beats/min
D) Increased tenderness to the right upper quadrant with palpation
A) Blood pressure of 90/64 mmHg
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