A patient's lungs are full of fluid and cannot transfer oxygen to the blood. As a result, she is undergoing anaerobic metabolism. She has a decreased level of consciousness with a patent upper airway and inadequate respirations. Her pulse is rapid and weak. Which prehospital treatment would best address this situation?

A) High-concentration oxygen through a nonrebreather face mask
B) Administration of one tube of oral glucose by the EMT
C) Positive pressure ventilation with supplemental oxygen
D) Insertion of a nasal airway and delivery of oxygen through a nasal cannula


C) Positive pressure ventilation with supplemental oxygen

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