A patient develops sudden-onset muscle rigidity of the chest wall ('wooden chest syndrome') immediately after a rapid IV push of fentanyl. What is the MOST appropriate immediate intervention?
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A
Administer naloxone 0.4 mg IV
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B
Provide bag-mask ventilation with high-pressure breaths
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C
Administer succinylcholine and assist ventilation
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D
Position the patient in the recovery position and monitor