A patient with ST-segment elevation in several ECG leads is admitted to the ED and diagnosed as having an AMI. Which question should the nurse ask to determine whether the patient is a candidate for fibrinolytic therapy?
A) "Is there any family history of heart disease?"
B) "Do you take aspirin on a daily basis?"
C) "Can you describe the quality of your chest pain?"
D) "What time did your chest pain begin?"
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