You Have Performed an ECG on a Patient at the Walk-In

question 14

Multiple Choice

You have performed an ECG on a patient at the walk-in clinic where you work. The ECG tracing shows that the patient is in third-degree block. What is your first responsibility to this patient?

• A)Observe the patient for symptoms of low cardiac output.
• B)Report any signs and symptoms to a licensed practitioner.
• C)Initiate emergency procedures if needed.
• D)Mount and identify the rhythm strips for documentation.

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