You are called to a motor vehicle collision. A 26-year-old female states that she was unrestrained and struck the steering column with her chest after the car she was driving struck another from behind. She is somewhat confused, and complaining of chest pain and difficult and painful breathing when she inhales. Her airway is patent and her breathing is adequate. Assessment of the radial pulse
reveals it to be rapid and very irregular and weak. She has cyanosis in her nose and finger tips. Her breath sounds are clear and equal and skin moist and pale. She informs you that she suffers from asthma and has a metered-dose inhaler (MDI). What is your best action in treating this patient?
A) Assist the patient with her MDI.
B) Apply supplemental oxygen.
C) Apply CPAP and transport.
D) Transport in a position of comfort.
B
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