Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 71%
Simulated
The client experiencing a severe allergic reaction becomes pulseless. The nurse shakes the client, shouts the client's name, and activates the emergency medical response system. Which nursing action becomes the next priority?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
For a pulseless client, starting chest compressions immediately after activating the emergency response is the priority to restore circulation, per CPR guidelines.