The nurse is caring for a patient with pneumonia and fulminant pulmonary arterial hypertension. The patient is intubated and mechanically ventilated receiving inhaled nitric oxide (iNO). Additionally, the patient has a central line with multiple continuous infusions, including norepinephrine, vecuronium, morphine, and propofol. During the shift, the nurse begins to have difficulty breathing, a dry throat, syncope, and chest pain. Which action does the nurse take first?

The patient presents to the emergency department complaining of lightheadedness and states, “I feel like my heart is racing.” Upon assessment, the nurse notes the patient is diaphoretic and pale. Vital signs are significant for a heart rate of 220 bpm, blood pressure of 70/50 mm Hg, and oxygen saturations of 96%. The 12-lead EKG indicates supraventricular tachycardia. Which medication does the nurse prepare to administer?

The 35-year-old patient presents to the emergency department with nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea for the past week. Vital signs are significant for a heart rate of 135 bpm and a blood pressure of 75/40 mmHg. The nurse anticipates which order?