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A 71-year-old man presents to the emergency department for evaluation of shortness of breath. The patient recently had a pacemaker placed two days ago for complete heart block. The patient's past medical history includes coronary artery disease, diabetes, hypertension, and rheumatoid arthritis. Temperature is 37°C (98.6°F), blood pressure is 85/71 mmHg, pulse is 109/min, respiratory rate is 22/min, and oxygen saturation is 94% on room air. Physical examination reveals jugular venous distention and muffled heart sounds. A bedside ultrasound demonstrates a large pericardial effusion with a collapse of the right atrium and right ventricle. The patient is started on intravenous fluids and a pericardiocentesis is performed, which reveals gross blood. Which of the following is the best next step in management?
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