You are transporting a 40-year-old male who experienced blunt trauma to the side of his head. At the scene, he was conscious and alert and refused oxygen; however, you note that his mental status has deteriorated and his respirations have become irregular and shallow. You should:
A. start a large-bore IV and deliver a 20 mL/kg fluid bolus.
B. assist his ventilations with a bag-mask device.
C. insert an advanced airway device immediately.
D. apply a nonrebreathing mask set at 15 L/min.
Answer: B. assist his ventilations with a bag-mask device.
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