Diagnostic Test 1 Practice Test

A client with COPD has ABGs: pH 7.36, PaCO2 58 mm Hg, HCO3- 33 mEq/L. Which interpretation is most accurate?

ED arrival: A client presents with new unilateral weakness and dysarthria; the spouse is present and unsure of the exact onset beyond noticing symptoms about 30 minutes ago. ABCs are stable.

Which action should the nurse take first?