A patient with a low blood sugar is unresponsive with snoring respirations. His breathing is labored and his pulse is rapid and weak. Examination of the skin reveals it to be cool and diaphoretic. Your partner informs you of the following vital signs: pulse 120, respirations 18, blood pressure 132/60, and SpO2 at 84% on room air. Which one of the following actions would you perform first?
A) Administer oral glucose.
B) Perform a head-tilt chin-lift.
C) Provide high-concentration oxygen.
D) Start positive pressure ventilation.
B
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