When using the OPQRST mnemonic, the EMT is getting information as it applies to the "P" category when she asks:

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The "P" in OPQRST stands for provocation or palliation, which relates to factors that make the symptoms better or worse. Asking the patient if they feel more short of breath when lying down is related to determining what provokes or alleviates their symptoms. The other options relate to different categories, such as "O" for onset, "R" for radiation, and "T" for timing.

When Using the OPQRST Mnemonic, the EMT Is Getting Information