A client in the operating room has developed malignant hyperthermia.The client's potassium is 6.5 mEq/L.What action by the nurse takes priority?

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For hyperkalemia in a client with malignant hyperthermia,the nurse administers 10 units of regular insulin in 50 mL of 50% dextrose.This will force potassium back into the cells rapidly.Nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker used to treat hypertension and dysrhythmias,and should not be used in a client with malignant hyperthermia.Assessing the urine for blood or myoglobin is important,but does not take priority.Monitoring the client for dysrhythmias is also important due to the potassium imbalance,but again does not take priority over treating the potassium imbalance.

A Client in the Operating Room Has Developed Malignant Hyperthermia