The cardiologist reports that the patient has an excess of the fluid in the pericardial space which is preventing the heart from effectively contracting.You would document this condition as:

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The condition described in the question is pericardial tamponade, which is the accumulation of excess fluid in the pericardial space that can compress the heart and prevent it from functioning properly. This can lead to symptoms such as shortness of breath, chest pain, and low blood pressure. Premature ventricular contractions, paroxysmal tachycardia, cardiogenic shock, and symptomatic bradycardia do not fit the description provided and are not appropriate choices.

The Cardiologist Reports That the Patient Has an Excess of the Fluid