A 75-year old diabetic, obese male patient presenting with complaints of intermittent palpitation and excessive sleepiness during daytime was advised 24-hour Holter monitoring. The nurse is explaining to the patient about the diagnostic significance of Holter monitoring. Which of the following cannot be determined by Holter monitoring?

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Cause of excessive sleepiness during daytime cannot be determined by Holter monitoring. A sleep study would need to be completed to help determine the cause of excessive sleepiness during daytime.
Holter monitor can be used to determine:
•Detect intermittent arrhythmias
•Relate symptoms to dysrhythmias
•Detect myocardial ischemia

A 75-Year Old Diabetic, Obese Male Patient Presenting with Complaints