A 32-year-old male has overdosed on heroin. He is breathing 6 times per minute with snoring respirations. You should FIRST:

A) look for track marks. B) obtain a blood pressure.
C) administer oxygen via nasal cannula. D) open the airway and insert an adjunct.

D

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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