A Patient Develops Ventricular Tachycardia on the Cardiac Monitor

Multiple Choice

A patient develops ventricular tachycardia on the cardiac monitor.The patient says,"My heart is racing" as the nurse determines a rapid pulse is present.What is the nurse's priority intervention?

A) Call respiratory therapy to prepare a mechanical ventilator.
B) Draw blood for arterial blood gases.
C) Prepare for a change in intravenous fluid being administered.
D) Monitor the patient for loss of consciousness.