A patient having a severe anxiety attack has an arterial blood gas result showing respiratory alkalosis.Which nursing action should the nurse take first?
A) Administer nasal oxygen at 6 L/min.
B) Give the patient a glass of orange juice.
C) Place the patient in high Fowler's position.
D) Have the patient rebreathe air from a paper bag.
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