• Monitor for respiratory distress and cardiac arrhythmias , and assist with resuscitation, as appropriate; maintain patent
airway; provide supplemental oxygen, assist with intubation, and maintain mechanical ventilation, as ordered
• Obtain intravenous access and infuse I.V. fluids as prescribed (e.g., normal saline, Ringer’s lactate solution) to maintain
electrolyte balance and restore circulating fluids; place patient in supine position (or on left side if pregnant) to improve
perfusion to vital organs