The nurse assessing a 1-day-old infant discovers the heart rate is 140 and irregular.What action should the nurse take?

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A heart rate of 140 beats per minute is within the normal range for a 1-day-old infant, and irregularities in heart rhythm are common and usually not a cause for concern in newborns. This is why it is considered a normal finding and should be documented in the infant's medical record.

The Nurse Assessing a 1-Day-Old Infant Discovers the Heart Rate