A 62-Year-Old Man Comes to the Office with His Wife

A 62-year-old man comes to the office with his wife for evaluation of episodic chest pain.  The physician introduces herself to the patient and his wife and confirms that he is comfortable and not experiencing any current pain.  The patient's wife begins the conversation by saying, "He brought a list of his medications for you to review, but I'm not sure he takes all of them regularly."  After thanking them for bringing the list, which of the following is the most appropriate way for the physician to initiate the medical interview?

A) "Have you had trouble remembering to take your medications?"
B) "How will your pain improve if you don't take your medications?"
C) "May I ask your wife to leave for this part of the evaluation?"
D) "What do your episodes of chest pain feel like?"
E) "Why do you think you have difficulties taking your medications regularly?"

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