A client has the following arterial blood gases (ABGs): pH 7.30, HCO3– 22 mEq/L, PCO2 55 mm Hg, PO2 86 mm Hg. Which intervention by the nurse takes priority?
a. Assessing the airway
b. Administering bronchodilators
c. Administering mucolytics
d. Providing oxygen
A
All interventions are important for clients with respiratory acidosis; this is indicated by the ABGs. However, the priority is assessing and maintaining an airway. Without a patent airway, other interventions will not be helpful.
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