While Counting the Apical Pulse on a 16-Year-Old Patient,the Nurse

question 23

Multiple Choice

While counting the apical pulse on a 16-year-old patient,the nurse notes an irregular rhythm.His rate speeds up on inspiration and slows on expiration.What would be the nurse's response?

• A)Talk with the patient about his intake of caffeine.
• B)Do an electrocardiogram after the exam.
• C)No further response is needed because this is normal.
• D)Refer the patient to a cardiologist for further testing.

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