A client with hypercortisolism has an irregular pulse.Which is the nurse's priority intervention?

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Hypercortisolism causes potassium imbalances,which can lead to fatal dysrhythmias.With an irregular pulse,the nurse should assess the client's cardiac rhythm.The finding should be documented,but the nurse cannot wait an hour to take further action.Assessing bilateral blood pressures will not provide useful information.No indications for atropine are known.

A Client with Hypercortisolism Has an Irregular Pulse