A 70-year-old man complains of a dull, aching, constant mid…
A 70-year-old man complains of a dull, aching, constant mid back pain that has been increasing over the past two days. He notes he is nauseous and dizzy. The pain is aggravated by general activity, but no particular posture or movement of the trunk increases or decreases the pain. Following your history, you take the patient’s vitals and get:Right pulse rate (radial pulse): 140 bpm, irregular rhythm, 4+ forceSpO2: 96%Blood pressure: 160/110 mmHg Based on the findings, what first order decision is most appropriate for this patient?