A nurse is preparing to admit a client on mechanical ventilation from the emergency department.What action by the nurse takes priority?

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Having a bag-valve-mask device is critical in case the client needs manual breathing.The respiratory therapist is usually primarily responsible for setting up the ventilator,although the nurse should know and check the settings.Personal protective equipment is important,but ensuring client safety takes priority.The client may or may not need suctioning on arrival.

A Nurse Is Preparing to Admit a Client on Mechanical