You are teaching a group of firefighters who are in class to become Emergency Medical Responders. The topic is artificial ventilation with the bag-valve mask (BVM). Which one of the following points related to using the BVM should you emphasize?

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Maintaining a good mask-to-face seal is crucial in using the BVM to deliver effective artificial ventilation. Without a proper seal, the air may leak out of the mask, compromising the amount of oxygen delivered to the patient. All other options are incorrect: A) ventilating too quickly can cause harm, B) the BVM can still be used without supplemental oxygen, and D) the bag does not need to be fully squeezed, but rather enough to provide adequate ventilation.

You Are Teaching a Group of Firefighters Who Are in Class