The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Has a Pulse

question 5

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient who has a pulse rate of 48. His blood pressure is within normal limits. Which finding will help the nurse determine the cause of the patient's low heart rate?

• A) The patient has a fever.
• B) The patient has possible hemorrhage or bleeding.
• C) The patient has chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
• D) The patient has calcium channel blockers or digitalis medication prescriptions.

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