A patient complaining of shortness of breath has called 911. Her history includes chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) . When assessing the patient, which one of the following causes you to immediately prepare the patient for transport?
A) SpO₂ at 94% despite supplemental oxygen
B) Wheezing noted in the bases of both lungs
C) Heart rate of 84 beats per minute
D) Pulsating mass in the abdomen
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