You are treating a male patient in his forties who has a chief complaint of abdominal discomfort. he denies any difficulty breathing yet has vital signs consistent with a patient in shock or hypoperfusion. You should:
A. transport him in the semi-Fowler position
B. administer 10-15 lpm oxygen by nonrebreather mask
C. apply a cervical collar and long spine board
D. contact medical direction for permission to assist the patient with nitro
Answer: B