A 4-year-old male presents with acute respiratory distress. His mother tells you that she saw him put a small toy in his mouth shortly before the episode began. The child is conscious and alert, crying, and has good skin color. You should:
A. perform abdominal thrusts until the object is expelled.
B. allow the mother to transport the child to the hospital.
C. give supplemental oxygen as tolerated, and transport.
D. sweep the mouth with your finger to attempt removal.
Ans: C. give supplemental oxygen as tolerated, and transport.
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