The MOST appropriate treatment for a semiconscious patient with slow, shallow respirations includes:
A: an oropharyngeal airway and assisted ventilation with a bag-mask device.
B: a nasopharyngeal airway and high-flow oxygen via a nonrebreathing mask.
C: a nasopharyngeal airway and assisted ventilation with a bag-mask device.
D: an oropharyngeal airway and high-flow oxygen via a nonrebreathing mask.
Answer: C: a nasopharyngeal airway and assisted ventilation with a bag-mask device.
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