A patient with a low blood sugar is unresponsive with snoring respirations. His breathing is labored and his pulse is rapid and weak. Examination of the skin reveals it to be cool and diaphoretic. Your partner informs you of the following vital signs: pulse 120, respirations 18, blood pressure 132/60, and SpO₂ at 84% on room air. Which one of the following actions would you perform first?

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The patient is unresponsive with snoring respirations, indicating an airway obstruction likely due to the tongue falling back. The first priority is to ensure a patent airway, which is achieved by performing a head-tilt chin-lift maneuver.

A Patient with a Low Blood Sugar Is Unresponsive with Snoring