Assessment findings of a driver who was ejected from his vehicle in a rollover-type collision include unresponsiveness and bruising to the abdominal and pelvic areas, along with an open femur fracture. The patient has an open airway and is breathing at 32 times per minute. His skin is cool and diaphoretic and the radial pulses are weak. Manual in-line spinal stabilization is being maintained. The EMT's next action would be to:

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The patient is showing signs of shock and inadequate breathing (high respiratory rate, weak pulses, cool and diaphoretic skin). Positive pressure ventilation is needed to support breathing and oxygenation.

Assessment Findings of a Driver Who Was Ejected from His