You and your paramedic partner are caring for a patient who ingested codeine, acetaminophen (Tylenol), and hydrocodone (Vicodin). The patient is unresponsive, his breathing is slow and shallow, and his pulse is slow and weak. Treatment for this patient should include:
A. assisted ventilation and naloxone (Narcan).
B. oxygen via a nasal cannula and atropine sulfate.
C. assisted ventilation and flumazenil (Romazicon).
D. high-flow oxygen via a nonrebreathing mask.
Ans: A. assisted ventilation and naloxone (Narcan).
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