It Is Determined That the Patient Needs a Transcutaneous Pacemaker

It is determined that the patient needs a transcutaneous pacemaker until a transvenous pacemaker can be inserted.What is the most appropriate nursing intervention?

A) Apply conductive gel to the skin.
B) Provide adequate sedation and analgesia.
C) Recheck leads to make sure that the rhythm is asystole.
D) Set the milliamperes to 2 mA below the capture level.