A patient develops sinus bradycardia at a rate of 32 beats/min,has a BP of 80/36 mm Hg,and is complaining of feeling faint.Which action should the nurse take?

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Sinus bradycardia at a rate of 32 beats/min, along with low blood pressure and faintness, indicates a potentially life-threatening situation. Therefore, the nurse should immediately obtain and apply the transcutaneous pacemaker as this will help increase the heart rate and improve blood pressure. Continuing to monitor the rhythm and BP is not enough in this scenario as the condition is already quite critical. Giving diltiazem or having the patient perform the Valsalva manoeuvre can further decrease the heart rate and exacerbate the situation, hence should be avoided.

A Patient Develops Sinus Bradycardia at a Rate of 32