You are called to the scene of a 62 -year-old male who is complaining of a severe headache that occurred immediately after he got out of bed this morning. He is also having a difficult time formulating sentences. He tells you she takes a "blood thinner" as a result of his irregular heart condition. The patient's level of consciousness has decreased. Your assessment now reveals a blood pressure of
(210)/(120). The patient's pulse is 60 , pulse oximetry is 89 , and respirations are 12 and decreasing. Which of the following is the most appropriate treatment option? Place an NPA and supplemental oxygen with a nasal cannula at
2-4lpm. Place an OPA and begin assisting ventilations at 30 times per minute. Place a non-rebreather mask at 15 lpm and prepare to assist ventilations. Place a nasal cannula at 6 lpm and position him in a supine position. nal Group, LIC. mass 84'F Mostly sunny o search