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You are called to the scene of a 64-year-old female who is complaining of a severe headache that occurred immediately after she got out of bed this morning. She is also having a difficult time formulating sentences. She tells you she takes a “blood thinner” as a result of her irregular heart condition. The patient’s level of consciousness decreases. Your assessment now reveals a blood pressure of 210/120. The patient’s pulse is 60 and respirations are 12 and decreasing. Which of the following is the most appropriate treatment option? Group of answer choices Place an NPA and supplemental oxygen with a nasal cannula at 2-4 lpm. Place a non-rebreather mask at 15 lpm and prepare to assist ventilations. Place an OPA and begin assisting ventilations at 30 times per minute. Place a nasal cannula at 6 lpm and position her in a supine position.

          You are called to the scene of a 64-year-old female who is complaining of a severe headache that occurred immediately after she got out of bed this morning. She is also having a difficult time formulating sentences. She tells you she takes a “blood thinner” as a result of her irregular heart condition. The patient’s level of consciousness decreases. Your assessment now reveals a blood pressure of 210/120. The patient’s pulse is 60 and respirations are 12 and decreasing. Which of the following is the most appropriate treatment option?
Group of answer choices
Place an NPA and supplemental oxygen with a nasal cannula at 2-4 lpm.
Place a non-rebreather mask at 15 lpm and prepare to assist ventilations.
Place an OPA and begin assisting ventilations at 30 times per minute.
Place a nasal cannula at 6 lpm and position her in a supine position.

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