When ventilating an unresponsive apneic adult with a bag-mask device, you should ensure that:
A: ventilations occur at a rate of 20 breaths/min.
B: the pop-off relief valve is manually occluded.
C: an airway adjunct has been inserted.
D: you are positioned alongside the patient.
Answer: C: an airway adjunct has been inserted.
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