Caring for client with intractable nausea and vomiting

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The nurse is caring for a client with intractable nausea and vomiting. They have a temperature of 99°F, a pulse of 104, a respiratory rate of 26, a blood pressure of 90/60, and oxygen saturation of 90%. What is the first action the nurse should take? The nurse is caring for a client with intractable nausea and vomiting. They have a temperature of 99°F, a pulse of 104, a respiratory rate of 26, a blood pressure of 90/60, and oxygen saturation of 90%. What is the first action the nurse should take? Make sure the wall suction is fully functioning. Apply oxygen at 2 L/min per nasal cannula. Administer ondansetron 4 mg IV. Start an IV of normal saline.

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