On scene, a 6-year-old male who is short of breath will not allow EMRs to place a nonrebreather face mask on his face. Assessment indicates moderate respiratory distress with the following vital signs: pulse, 124 beats/min; respirations, 24 breaths/min; blood pressure, 98/56 mmHg; and SpO2, 92%. At this time, you try:

A) Using a nasal cannula with 2 lpm oxygen
B) Holding the nonrebreather mask firmly to the patient's face
C) Start positive pressure ventilation
D) Placing a nasal airway and nasal cannula with 6 lpm oxygen


A) Using a nasal cannula with 2 lpm oxygen

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