What Is the Primary Purpose of Performing an Echocardiogram in This Patient

Mr. Santos, a 65-year-old Male, Presents to the Emergency Department with Complaints of Chest Pain and Shortness of Breath. He Has a History of Hypertension and Smoking. on Physical Examination, His Blood Pressure Is 160/90 Mmhg, Heart Rate Is 110 Bpm and Respiratory Rate Is 24 Breaths Per Minute. the Nurse Suspects a Cardiovascular Disorder and Requests an Echocardiogram for Further Evaluation