An oncology nurse is caring for a client suffering from metabolic encephalopathy and end stage kidney disease. The client has no known family and no advanced directives. Upon entering the room, the nurse observes the client is pale and has no spontaneous respiration. What is the priority action the nurse should take?
a. Begin CPR.
b. Notify the charge nurse.
c. Contact the physician.
d. Call the coroner.
Ans: a. Begin CPR.
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