When treating a child who is 8 years of age or younger, is unresponsive, and has no breathing or pulse, the EMT should do all of the following EXCEPT:

A. Begin CPR for 2 minutes.
B. Ventilate with high-concentration oxygen.
C. Apply an automated external defibrillator.
D. Intubate the trachea.

Answer: D. Intubate the trachea.

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