The priority intervention after discontinuing the procedure for a client who exhibits signs and symptoms of a vagal response during removal of a fecal impaction is:
A)Place client in shock position.
B)Take BP and pulse and report findings to physician.
C)Instruct client to perform Valsalva maneuver.
D)Call for code team.

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Placing the client in the shock position (lying flat with legs elevated) helps improve blood flow to vital organs and counteracts the effects of a vagal response, which can cause a drop in blood pressure and heart rate.

The Priority Intervention After Discontinuing the Procedure for a Client