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A Patient Is in Sinus Tachycardia

Question 39

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A patient is in sinus tachycardia. Which nursing interventions are appropriate? Select all that apply.


A) Observe the patient for effects on cardiac function.
B) Administer two tablets of acetaminophen (Tylenol) per physician prescription if an elevated temperature is present.
C) Administer normal saline 0.9% IV at the prescribed rate of 200 mL per hour if hypovolemia is suspected as the cause.
D) Give pain medications as prescribed if pain is present.
E) Give atropine per physician prescription to slow the heart rate.

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