A patient with status epilepticus has been treated with benzodiazepines and phenobarbital without success.Now a pentobarbital coma is indicated.What should the therapist do at this time?
A) Place the patient on an oxygen cannula prior to the administration of pentobarbital
B) Place an oropharyngeal airway to avoid patient's biting the tongue
C) Prepare to intubate and start mechanical ventilation
D) Place the patient on noninvasive mechanical ventilation
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