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    Med Surg Proctored Exam(Exemplify)
    A nurse is caring for a client with pneumonia who is on mechanical ventilation and exhibits a respiratory rate of 34 breaths per minute. The client's ABG results show a pH of 7.5, PaCO2 of 28 mm Hg, and HCO3 of 22 mEq/L. Which nursing action should be prioritized?

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