In an attempt to kill herself, a 56-year-old female ingested a large quantity of Darvon. Your primary assessment reveals that she is semiconscious; has slow, shallow respirations; and a heart rate of 40 beats/min. Further assessment reveals that her BP is 80/50 mm Hg. Initial management for this patient includes:
A. assisted ventilation with a bag-mask device and 100% oxygen.
B. 100% oxygen via a nonrebreathing mask and suction as needed.
C. a large-bore IV and 20 mL/kg fluid boluses to increase her BP.
D. insertion of a King airway and hyperventilation with 100% oxygen.
Answer: A. assisted ventilation with a bag-mask device and 100% oxygen.
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