The nursing assistant is caring for a client in the hospital who suddenly develops shortness of breath and edema of the face and neck. Which action would the nursing assistant implement first?

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The first action the nursing assistant (NA) should do is to place the head of the bed up to high position to help the client with breathing and activate the emergency button. The NA should stay with the client and take vital signs and observe for further deterioration while waiting for additional help to arrive. Once the nurse arrives, the NA should update the nurse on the changes of the client's conditions. The NA should provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) if needed and if the client is considered a full code or to have CPR.

The Nursing Assistant Is Caring for a Client in the Hospital