The nurse is preparing to administer an intravenous dose of verapamil (Calan)to a client.Prior to administering this drug,which action by the nurse is the most appropriate?

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Verapamil can cause significant cardiac side effects, including bradycardia and heart block. As such, it is important to have emergency resuscitation equipment on hand in case of a severe reaction. While monitoring the client's oxygen saturation or administering supplemental oxygen may be appropriate interventions for some clients, they are not necessary prior to administration of verapamil. Similarly, asking the client to sit in a chair is unlikely to have any impact on the safety or efficacy of the drug.

The Nurse Is Preparing to Administer an Intravenous Dose of Verapamil