A patient with an irregular sinoatrial (SA)node conduction has a permanent pacemaker with the code AAIOO and is now going home.The patient asks, "What happens when my real SA node fires on its own?" How should the nurse respond regarding what the pacemaker should do?

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The pacemaker should not fire when the real SA node fires on its own. The pacemaker is programmed to only fire when the SA node fails to fire or when the heart rate falls below the programmed minimum. Therefore, if the SA node fires on its own, the pacemaker should remain inactive.

A Patient with an Irregular Sinoatrial (SA)node Conduction Has a Permanent