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A 35-year-old man is brought to the emergency department following a high-speed motor vehicle collision. He was an unrestrained passenger and required prolonged extrication. On arrival, he appears anxious, gasping for air, and unable to speak in full sentences. Temperature is 36.7 °C (98°F), blood pressure is 98/72 mmHg, respiratory rate is 32/min, and oxygen saturation is 87% on 15L non-rebreather. Examination reveals a swollen, tender anterior neck. Lung auscultation is significant for decreased bilateral air entry. Which of the following is the best next step in management?  

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