Cell carcinoma has received first dose of targeted therapy

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A patient with a diagnosis of small cell carcinoma has received the first dose of a targeted therapy. The patient exhibits shortness of breath, facial and periorbital edema, and jugular vein distension. Which action should the nurse do first? A patient with a diagnosis of small cell carcinoma has received the first dose of a targeted therapy. The patient exhibits shortness of breath, facial and periorbital edema, and jugular vein distension. Which action should the nurse do first? Listen to lung sounds Administer oxygen Obtain electrocardiogram (EKG) Infuse prescribed intravenous solution.

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