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An Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD)is an Electronic Device Designed to Monitor

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An implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) is an electronic device designed to monitor cardiac electrical activity and deliver prompt defibrillation.Myocardial or thoracic subcutaneous patches may be added if the transvenous catheters alone do not adequately defibrillate the heart.Patients with previously implanted defibrillator patches may present for removal of a patch(es) .Which nursing action would be appropriate during this procedure?


A) Be prepared for emergency intervention if there is pacing as well as defibrillating
B) Be prepared for emergency intervention if there is excessive bleeding
C) Be prepared for emergency intervention if there is a lethal dysrhythmia
D) Be prepared for emergency intervention if the transvenous catheter migrates

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