An unresponsive patient's respirations are 26 breaths/min and shallow. The MOST appropriate treatment includes:
A: a simple face mask set at 10 to 12 L/min.
B: a nonrebreathing mask set at 15 L/min.
C: a nasal cannula set at 2 to 6 L/min.
D: assisted ventilations with 100% oxygen.
Answer: D: assisted ventilations with 100% oxygen.
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