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Advanced airway placement should be considered during resuscitation if bag-mask ventilation is ineffective. This scenario indicates that despite efforts to provide oxygen and establish effective ventilation through bag-mask techniques, adequate oxygenation is not being achieved. The inability to maintain proper ventilation can lead to worsening hypoxia and impair the chances of successful resuscitation.

In cases where bag-mask ventilation is not successful, advanced airway management—such as intubation—may be necessary to ensure that the airway is secure and that the patient can receive adequate ventilation and oxygen delivery. This action helps facilitate more effective CPR and can significantly improve outcomes.

The other scenarios presented do not warrant advanced airway placement at that stage in the resuscitation process. Advanced airway interventions are typically reserved for specific situations in which non-invasive techniques fail, allowing for a more strategic and timely approach to managing the airway during critical events.