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An Elderly Client Admitted in the Intensive Care Unit Suddenly

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An elderly client admitted in the intensive care unit suddenly experienced acute respiratory distress. This occurred while the nurse was infusing the IV meds via central line. Before placing the client on 100% oxygen, the nurse should first:


A) Discontinue the IV infusion.
B) Place the client in a left lateral position.
C) Place the client in a Trendelenburg's position.
D) Ask permission from the physician to remove the catheter.

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