If a choking victim loses consciousness, you should
A. position the patient in the supine position, tip the head back, and begin CPR.
B. place the victim in the prone position and apply steady downward pressure on the back.
C. immediately begin rescue breathing once every five seconds.
D. never place your fingers in the victim's mouth.
Answer: A
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