During the Primary Assessment of a Geriatric Patient Complaining of Shortness

Multiple Choice

During the primary assessment of a geriatric patient complaining of shortness of breath and fever, you quickly locate the radial pulse. What should you do next?

A) Assess the patient's breathing.
B) Obtain a blood pressure.
C) Determine the rate and quality of the pulse.
D) Establish the patient's level of consciousness.