A Client's Ventilator Continues to Alarm; However, the Oxygen Saturation

A client's ventilator continues to alarm; however, the oxygen saturation is 98% and the client's capnography readings have not changed. The nurse is unable to determine the cause for the alarms. After notifying respiratory therapy to come to the room, what action by the nurse is best?

A) Alert the charge nurse to the situation.
B) Stay in the room with the client.
C) Provide breaths with a resuscitation bag.
D) Request the provider order ABGs.

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