A client has the following arterial blood gases (ABGs): pH 7.30,HCO₃^- 22 mEq/L,PCO₂ 55 mm Hg,PO₂ 86 mm Hg.Which intervention by the nurse takes priority?

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All interventions are important for clients with respiratory acidosis; this is indicated by the ABGs.However,the priority is assessing and maintaining an airway.Without a patent airway,other interventions will not be helpful.

A Client Has the Following Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs): PH