Multiple Choice
The nurse is caring for a client who is on the telemetry unit and develops atrial flutter, rate 150, with associated dyspnea and diaphoresis. Which of the following actions that are included in the hospital dysrhythmia protocol should the nurse take first?
A) Obtain a 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) .
B) Give O2 via nasal cannula at 3-4 L/minute.
C) Take the client's blood pressure and respiratory rate.
D) Notify the health care provider of the change in rhythm.
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