A(n) ____ is a rate that is too slow for the patient's metabolic needs.

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Relative bradycardia is a term used to describe a heart rate that is slower than expected for a given degree of fever or level of physical activity. This can occur in conditions such as typhoid fever, Q fever, and some viral infections. Absolute bradycardia is a heart rate that is consistently below 60 beats per minute at rest, while absolute tachycardia is a heart rate consistently above 100 beats per minute at rest. Relative tachycardia is a term used to describe a heart rate that is faster than expected for a given level of physical activity or degree of fever.

A(n) ____ Is a Rate That Is Too Slow for the Patient's