The patient is a 28-year-old male cleaning a manure pit. The paramedic is called because the man is complaining of difficulty breathing accompanied by a runny nose and cough. Lung sounds indicate pulmonary edema in the lung bases. The patient states he cannot smell anything and wonders whether that is unusual. Treatment for the patient includes:
A) c. Prompt evacuation from the area, high-flow oxygen, and IV atropine
B) d. Removal from the area, oxygen and airway support, and treatment for pulmonary edema
C) b. Having the patient sniff more manure to ensure the sense of smell is intact
D) a. Extrication from the environment, oxygenation, and airway support if needed
Answer: B) d. Removal from the area, oxygen and airway support, and treatment for pulmonary edema