Multiple Choice
The nurse notes premature ventricular contractions (PVCs) while suctioning a patient's endotracheal tube.Which action by the nurse is a priority?
A) Decrease the suction pressure to 80 mm Hg.
B) Document the dysrhythmia in the patient's chart.
C) Stop and ventilate the patient with 100% oxygen.
D) Give antidysrhythmic medications per protocol.
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