The nurse is providing care for a patient requiring mechanical ventilation. When the nurse enters the room at the beginning of the shift, the patient's monitor displays a heart rate of 64 and oxygen saturation of 88%. Which nursing action is the priority?

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DAssessing the patient for airway obstruction (C) is a priority to ensure the patient's airway is clear and that they are receiving adequate ventilation. Checking the ventilator settings (D) is also crucial to ensure the machine is properly set to meet the patient's current respiratory needs. Both actions are immediate priorities to address the low oxygen saturation.

The Nurse Is Providing Care for a Patient Requiring Mechanical