You are preparing to transport an 86-year-old female complaining of altered mental status and nausea and vomiting. Aspiration pneumonia would be best prevented by:
A) suctioning her airway as soon as she vomits.
B) providing high-concentration oxygen.
C) giving the patient aspirin prior to transport.
D) transporting in a semi-Fowler's position.
D
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