The patient has pulseless electrical activity ( PEA ).What action by the nurse takes priority?
A) Begin high-quality CPR.
B) Assist with chest tube placement.
C) Prepare equipment for a pericardiocentesis.
D) Attach the patient to a transcutaneous pacemaker.

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A patient in PEA does not have a pulse or blood pressure.The nurse initiates high-quality CPR.Chest tube insertion,pericardiocentesis,and transcutaneous pacing are not required.

The Patient Has Pulseless Electrical Activity ( PEA )