A Patient with Atrial Fibrillation Is Being Considered for Cardioversion

question 12

Multiple Choice

A patient with atrial fibrillation is being considered for cardioversion.Which diagnostic test should the nurse anticipate being prescribed prior to this procedure being completed?

• A) Chest x-ray
• B) CT scan of the chest
• C) 12-lead electrocardiogram
• D) Transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE)

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