Case study: Client with myasthenia gravis and bulbar weakness. Based on the current assessment, what is the nurse's priority action?

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C. protect the airway and notify the provider about possible myasthenic crisis — The priority action is to protect the airway and notify the provider about possible myasthenic crisis because this addresses the immediate risk in the case.

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A. encourage the client to rest and increase oral intake

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B. document the finding as expected and reassess in 1 hour

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D. complete routine care before notifying the provider