Loss of Capture Has Occurred in a Patient with a Temporary

question 3

Multiple Choice

Loss of capture has occurred in a patient with a temporary pacemaker. Which nursing actions are required?. Select all that apply.

• A) Prepare for cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT).
• B) Assess the patient to determine response to the pacemaker loss of capture.
• C) Document the event by printing the ECG strip and placing it on the patient's record.
• D) Ask the patient to ambulate to increase cardiac output.
• E) Administer nitroglycerin sublingual one dose stat according to physician prescription.

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