You are called to an urban home for a 4-year-old with suspec…
You are called to an urban home for a 4-year-old with suspected chicken pox. The patient is in bed responsive only to voice and then will cry when provoked. Pulse is 118, respirations are 24 and blood pressure 88/systolic. The parents state they have been hydrating the child properly and medicating for a recurrent fever. The patient has a temperature of 100.3 degrees F and has reddish/pink crusted-over lesions all over her body. The patient’s airway is self-maintained and she will not tolerate supplemental oxygen. Vitals signs are: Pulse is 118, respirations are 24 and blood pressure 88/systolic. Which of the following should the paramedic do during transit?