A patient's arterial blood gas analysis shows a PaCO2 of 68 mm Hg. What action should the nurse take first?
A) Notify the physician.
B) Remove the patient's oxygen mask.
C) Place the patient in a left side-lying position.
D) Have the patient breathe into a paper bag.
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