A patient has undergone aortic valve replacement surgery. An EKG done post-operatively demonstrates a junctional rhythm. What parameters should the nurse assess before consulting a cardiologist to consider A-V sequential pacing?

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If a junctional rhythm is present, the nurse should check for the presence of digoxin toxicity and/or myocardial ischemia. Ajunctional rhythm does not need to be treated if the patient is asymptomatic.

A Patient Has Undergone Aortic Valve Replacement Surgery