The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Whose Cardiac Monitor

question 19

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client whose cardiac monitor shows sinus rhythm, rate 60-70. The P-R interval is 0.18 seconds at 1:00 A.M., 0.20 seconds at 2:30 P.M., and 0.23 seconds at 4:00 P.M. Which of the following actions should the nurse take at this time?

• A)Prepare for possible temporary pacemaker insertion.
• B)Administer atropine sulphate 1 mg IV per agency protocol.
• C)Document the client's rhythm and assess the client's response to the rhythm.
• D)Call the health care provider before giving the prescribed metoprolol.

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