After opening an unconscious patient's airway, you should:
A. perform a blind finger sweep.
B. immediately attempt to insert an oral airway.
C. check for secretions, foreign bodies, or dentures.
D. perform CPR.
Answer: C. check for secretions, foreign bodies, or dentures.
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