A client receiving sodium bicarbonate intravenously (IV) for correction of metabolic acidosis is experiencing cyanosis, decreased respirations, and an irregular pulse. Which is the nurse's priority action?

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Cyanosis, decreased respirations, and an irregular pulse are signs of a potential adverse reaction to the sodium bicarbonate infusion. The nurse's priority action is to stop the infusion and notify the healthcare provider immediately. Increasing or continuing the infusion could exacerbate the adverse reaction and further harm the patient. Decreasing the infusion may not be sufficient to stop the adverse reaction.

A Client Receiving Sodium Bicarbonate Intravenously (IV) for Correction of Metabolic