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The nurse is caring for a group of patients on the telemetry unit. Which patient should the nurse see first?

A.

A patient with sinus bradycardia with a heart rate of 53 beats/minute

B.

A patient with premature atrial contractions who is asymptomatic

C.

A patient with atrial fibrillation reporting dyspnea

D.

A patient with sinus tachycardia with a heart rate of 108 beats/minute

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

A.    Sinus bradycardia may not require immediate intervention if the patient is asymptomatic and stable.
B.    Asymptomatic premature atrial contractions may not require immediate attention unless they are associated with significant symptoms or hemodynamic instability.
C.    Dyspnea in a patient with atrial fibrillation may indicate heart failure or other complications and requires prompt assessment and intervention.
D.    Sinus tachycardia may not require immediate intervention if the patient is asymptomatic and stable.


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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. While anemia may weaken the immune system, it is not directly associated with an increased risk of urinary tract infections.
B. Osteoporosis is a bone-related condition and is not directly related to the risk of urinary tract infections.

C. Diabetes mellitus increases the risk of urinary tract infections due to elevated glucose levels in the urine, which provide a favorable environment for bacterial growth.
D. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is not directly associated with an increased risk of urinary tract infections.

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Sinus bradycardia may not require immediate intervention if the patient is asymptomatic and stable.
B. Asymptomatic premature atrial contractions may not require immediate attention unless they are associated with significant symptoms or hemodynamic instability.
C. Dyspnea in a patient with atrial fibrillation may indicate heart failure or other complications and requires prompt assessment and intervention.
D. Sinus tachycardia may not require immediate intervention if the patient is asymptomatic and stable.

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