Clinical case 146: A New Zealand enrolled nurse is applying safe care within scope and seeking registered-nurse direction where required. During an evening shift in an aged-care unit, a 73-year-old patient is involved in the following situation: a rapidly rising respiratory rate and new confusion. What is the priority response?

Clinical case 146: A New Zealand enrolled nurse is applying safe care within scope and seeking registered-nurse direction where required. During an evening shift in an aged-care unit, a 73-year-old patient is involved in the following situation: a rapidly rising respiratory rate and new confusion. What is the priority response?

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