- Avoid supine positioning
- Avoid exertion such as standing or walking
- Utilize the stair chair whenever possible
- Any physical activity can exacerbate the patient's condition
- Maintain the airway
- Administer oxygen
- Activate ALS-Paramedics
- CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) as indicated
- CPAP as an expanded scope of practice for the EMT in some settings
- Be familiar with your local protocol
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