Paramedics are treating an unconscious male who is unable to maintain his airway. The paramedics deem that an airway adjunct is a necessary intervention and decide to insert an OPA. Which of the following actions should the paramedic take first?
A. Prepare a laryngoscope with the appropriately sized blade
B. Clear the upper airway of all secretions, blood, or vomitus.
C. Insert the OPA following the natural curvature of the mouth
D. Position the patient on his left side prior to insertion of the OPA