A patient with syncope is scheduled for Holter monitoring.When teaching the patient about the purpose of the procedure,the nurse explains that Holter monitoring provides information about which of the following?

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Holter monitoring is a continuous recording of the patient's electrocardiogram (ECG) for 24-48 hours. It provides information about the patient's heart rate and rhythm during normal daily activities, which may reveal any abnormalities that were not captured during a brief clinical assessment. It is used to diagnose arrhythmias, including those that cause syncope, and to evaluate the effectiveness of treatment for heart rhythm problems. It does not provide information about ventricular ejection fraction, cardiovascular response to exercise or changes in cardiac output.

A Patient with Syncope Is Scheduled for Holter Monitoring