You are transporting a conscious middle-aged woman who fell from a second-story balcony while watering her plants. Full spinal motion restriction precautions have been implemented, supplemental oxygen is being administered, and an IV line of normal saline is in place. With a 15-minute estimated time of arrival at the hospital, the patient's mental status markedly decreases and her respirations become shallow and are making a gurgling sound. Your FIRST action should be to:
A) immediately suction her oropharynx.
B) perform immediate endotracheal intubation.
C) insert a nasal airway and assist ventilations.
D) contact the receiving facility to update them.
Answer: A) immediately suction her oropharynx.
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