You are on-scene with a 48-year-old unresponsive male patient.Bystanders state he complained of chest pain and then suddenly collapsed.Vital signs are blood pressure 68/42,pulse 36,and respiratory rate 3.He is unresponsive to painful stimuli.After performing the primary assessment and treating all life threats,what is your next intervention?

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The patient is in critical condition with a decreased level of consciousness and severe hypotension. The priority should be to package the patient for rapid transport to the hospital for definitive care. Other interventions such as airway management and oxygen administration can be done en route to the hospital. Using the AED is not indicated as there are no signs of cardiac arrest.

You Are On-Scene with a 48-Year-Old Unresponsive Male Patient