As you assess a 56-year old man, you note that he is pulseless and apneic. As your partner gets the AED from the ambulance, you should
A. obtain a medical history from the wife.
B. place the patient in the recovery position
C. perform CPR until the AED is ready to use
D. conduct a detailed examination of the patient.
Answer: C. perform CPR until the AED is ready to use
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