A 20-yr-old patient has a mandatory electrocardiogram (ECG)before participating on a college soccer team and is found to have sinus bradycardia,rate 52. Blood pressure (BP)is 114/54 mm Hg,and the student denies any health problems. What action by the nurse is most appropriate?

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In an aerobically trained individual,sinus bradycardia is normal. The student's normal BP and negative health history indicate that there is no need for a cardiology referral or for more detailed information about the family's health history. Dyspnea during an aerobic activity such as soccer is normal.

A 20-Yr-Old Patient Has a Mandatory Electrocardiogram (ECG)before Participating on a College