Describes left shoulder pain as dull ache that is not affect

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Client is a 60-year-old male directly admitted for a new onset of bloody sputum, left shoulder pain, and hoarseness. Client reports having "several" upper respiratory infections over the last few months and occasional hoarseness that resolved. Client reports the current hoarseness has been present for "at least 2 weeks." Describes left shoulder pain as a "dull ache" that is not affected by rest or heat.

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