While evaluating a patient's pulmonary artery waveforms,the nurse notes a sudden onset of right ventricular waves.Which nursing intervention is indicated?
A)Assist the patient to a left side-lying position.
B)Notify the physician for repositioning.
C)Increase intravenous fluids.
D)Nothing,since this is an expected occurrence.

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Sudden onset of right ventricular waves could indicate a pulmonary embolism or a right ventricular infarction, which require immediate medical attention. Therefore, notifying the physician for repositioning or further evaluation is the best nursing intervention. The other options may not be effective or appropriate in this situation.

While Evaluating a Patient's Pulmonary Artery Waveforms,the Nurse Notes a Sudden