In a nursing unit, a physician is about to defibrillate a client who is in cardiac arrest. Which of the following is an appropriate action when the physician says "clear"?
A) Shut off all the equipment.
B) Put the conductive gel pads in place.
C) Step away from the bed.
D) Shut off the IV fluid.
C
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The nurse should step away from the bed when the physician says "clear" while defibrillating a client. The defibrillator discharges electricity, which can be conducted through the bed, and anybody in contact with the bed can be affected. The conductive gel pads are put in place before defibrillation. Shutting off the IV line and the equipment are incorrect nursing actions in this case.
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