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A 56-year-old man has labored, shallow breathing at a rate of 28 breaths/min. he is responsive to pain only. you should:

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I believe the answer would be "insert a nasopharyngeal airway and begin assisting his ventilations." Hope this helps!
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A 56-year-old man has labored, shallow breathing at a rate of 28 breaths/min. He is responsive to pain only. You should :
- insert a nasopharyngeal airway and begin assisting his ventilations.
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