A female patient with a suspected spinal injury is breathing with a marked reduction in tidal volume. The MOST appropriate airway management for her includes:
A. hyperventilating her at 30 breaths/min.
B. administering oxygen via a nonrebreathing mask.
C. ventilation assistance to maintain an oxygen saturation of 90%.
D. assisting ventilations at an age-appropriate rate.
Answer: D. assisting ventilations at an age-appropriate rate.
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