The patient receiving a continuous infusion of total parenteral nutrition (TPN) through a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) line reports sudden onset dizziness, dyspnea, and tachycardia. Upon assessment, the nurse notes the patient is difficult to arouse. The IV tubing is noted to be cracked and have air in it. Which action does the nurse take first?

Clamp the tubing. The patient has experienced an air embolism via the peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) line. The nurse first clamps the tubing to prevent further instillation of air. Then, the nurse calls for help and notifies the provider. Lastly, the patient is turned to the left side with the head down to guide the air into the right atrium.

The patient receiving a continuous infusion of total parenteral n...

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