The nurse has just received a change-of-shift report about the following four patients.Which patient should the nurse assess first?
A) A 38-year-old patient who has pericarditis and is complaining of sharp,stabbing chest pain
B) A 45-year-old patient who had an MI 4 days ago and is anxious about the planned discharge
C) A 51-year-old patient who has just returned to the unit after a coronary arteriogram and PCI
D) A 60-year-old patient who is due for a scheduled dose of atenolol 25 mg orally
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