The nurse is providing care to a client with a history of a diagnosis of heart disease who has been placed on a telemetry monitor.The nurse observes an irregular rhythm on the monitor.Which is the first action the nurse should implement?
A)Immediately initiate cardioversion.
B)Place oxygen on the client.
C)Administer calcium channel blockers.
D)Complete a cardiac assessment.

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The first action the nurse should take upon observing an irregular rhythm on a telemetry monitor is to complete a cardiac assessment. This allows the nurse to gather more information about the client's condition before deciding on further interventions. Immediate interventions like cardioversion or administering medications may not be appropriate without a thorough assessment.

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