A client's electrocardiograph (ECG) tracing shows a run of sustained ventricular tachycardia.What is the nurse's first action?
A) Assess airway, breathing, and level of consciousness.
B) Administer an amiodarone bolus followed by a drip.
C) Cardiovert the client with a biphasic defibrillator.
D) Begin cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) .
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