The nurse is caring for a client who is on the telemetry unit and develops atrial flutter, rate 150, with associated dyspnea and diaphoresis. Which of the following actions that are included in the hospital dysrhythmia protocol should the nurse take first?

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Since this client has dyspnea in association with the new rhythm, the nurse's initial actions should be to ensure a patent airway and oxygen administration. The other actions also are important and should be implemented rapidly.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Is on the Telemetry