After Noting Increasing QRS Intervals in a Patient with ARF

question 7

Multiple Choice

After noting increasing QRS intervals in a patient with ARF, which action should the nurse take first?

• A) Notify the patient's health care provider.
• B) Check the chart for the most recent blood potassium level.
• C) Look at the patient's current BUN and creatinine levels.
• D) Document the QRS interval.

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