A Patient Who Is on the Progressive Care Unit Develops

A patient who is on the progressive care unit develops atrial flutter,rate 150,with associated dyspnea and chest pain.Which action that is included in the hospital dysrhythmia protocol should the nurse do first?

A) Obtain a 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) .
B) Notify the health care provider of the change in rhythm.
C) Give supplemental O₂ at 2 to 3 L/min via nasal cannula.
D) Assess the patient's vital signs including oxygen saturation.

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