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The post-anesthesia care nurse is caring for the client diagnosed with lung cancer who had a thoracotomy and is experiencing frequent premature ventricular contractions (PVCs). Which intervention should the nurse implement first?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Frequent PVCs post-thoracotomy may stem from hypoxia, electrolyte imbalances, or pain. Assessing for causes (
C) is the first step to identify and address the underlying issue. ABGs (
A) or ECG (
D) may follow based on findings. Lidocaine (
B) is premature without identifying the cause.

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