It is determined that a client has a large pulmonary embolism (PE).Fibrinolytic therapy is initiated.What is the nurse's priority action?

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Airway and breathing are the top priority.The nurse would also need to monitor for bleeding when administering fibrinolytic therapy,and would monitor the IV site as well.Teaching the client is also a need,however.Oxygenation is the highest priority.

It Is Determined That a Client Has a Large Pulmonary