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Paramedics are called to a private residence for a man down. Through the primary assessment, the pt is found to be unresponsive, to have agonal respirations and an absent pulse. Which of the following actions should the paramedics undertake immediately?

A) Initiate CPR, Place in Trendelenburg position and transport
B) Maintain airway, obtain vital signs, initiate IV, and obtain 12 lead
C) Begin CPR, attach AED to pt, analyze results and follow AED protocol
D) Attach defibrillator pads to pt and deliver shock as per AED recommendations