A client has a pyloric obstruction and reports sudden muscle weakness.What action by the nurse takes priority?

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Pyloric stenosis can lead to hypokalemia,which is manifested by muscle weakness.The nurse first obtains an ECG because potassium imbalances can lead to cardiac dysrhythmias.A potassium level is also warranted,as is placing the client on bedrest for safety.Documentation should be thorough,but none of these actions takes priority over the ECG.

A Client Has a Pyloric Obstruction and Reports Sudden Muscle