The nurse finds that a 6-month-old infant has an apical pulse of 166 beats/min during sleep.What nursing intervention is most appropriate at this time?
A) Administer oxygen.
B) Record data on the nurses' notes.
C) Report data to the practitioner.
D) Place the child in the high Fowler position.

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One of the earliest signs of HF is tachycardia (sleeping heart rate >160 beats/min)as a direct result of sympathetic stimulation.The practitioner needs to be notified for evaluation of possible HF.Although oxygen or a semiupright position may be indicated,the first action is to report the data to the practitioner.

The Nurse Finds That a 6-Month-Old Infant Has an Apical