Which technique is most likely to help a patient who is hyperventilating?
A. Tell the patient to hold his breath for 1 minute
B. Have the patient walk around
C. Have the patient breathe into a paper bag
D. Have the patient drink a glass of water
E. Assist the patient to a supine position
Answer: C
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