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a nurse is caring for a client who has a history of dysrhythmias. upon entering the room, the nurse discovers the client is unresponsive to verbal or painful stimuli, has no respirations, and is pulseless. which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
start chest compressions.
provide breaths with a manual resuscitation bag.
administer oxygen.
establish an airway.

Explanation:

In cardiopulmonary - resuscitation (CPR), the current guidelines prioritize starting chest compressions first for an unresponsive, non - breathing, and pulseless patient. Chest compressions help to maintain blood circulation to vital organs. Establishing an airway, providing breaths, and administering oxygen are important steps but should follow chest compressions.

Answer:

A. Start chest compressions