A client with Sinus tachycardia has been admitted into the telemetry unit. The nurse identifies the following as possible causes of sinus tachycardia. Select all that apply (SATA)
(Select All that Apply.)
Fever
Lisinopril
Albuterol
sleeping
Dehydration
Correct Answer : A,C,E
Choice A rationale: Fever can cause an increase in metabolic rate which can lead to sinus tachycardia1.
Choice B rationale: Lisinopril is an ACE inhibitor used to treat hypertension, not a cause of sinus tachycardia1.
Choice C rationale: Albuterol is a bronchodilator that can cause sinus tachycardia as a side effect1.
Choice D rationale: Sleeping typically results in a slower heart rate, not sinus tachycardia1.
Choice E rationale: Dehydration can lead to low blood volume, causing the heart to beat faster to maintain blood pressure, resulting in sinus tachycardia1.
So, the correct answer is Choices A, C, and E, after analysing all choices.
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Correct Answer is B
Explanation
Choice A rationale: Heparin is an anticoagulant, not typically used to treat dehydration due to diarrhea and vomiting4.
Choice B rationale: Sodium Chloride IV bolus is often used to treat dehydration, which can be caused by three days of watery stools and emesis5.
Choice C rationale: Atenolol is a beta-blocker, used to manage heart conditions, not dehydration4.
Choice D rationale: Verapamil is a calcium channel blocker, not typically used to treat dehydration4.
So, the correct answer is Choice B, after analyzing all choices.
Correct Answer is ["A","B","D","E"]
Explanation
Choice A rationale: Shortness of breath is a common symptom in atrial fibrillation due to the heart’s inability to pump blood effectively12.
Choice B rationale: Hypotension can occur in atrial fibrillation due to decreased cardiac output12.
Choice C rationale: Hypertension is not typically a direct result of atrial fibrillation. However, long-term untreated hypertension can be a cause of atrial fibrillation12.
Choice D rationale: Chest pain can occur in atrial fibrillation due to decreased blood flow to the heart12.
Choice E rationale: Dizziness is a common symptom in atrial fibrillation due to decreased blood flow to the brain12.
Choice F rationale: Bounding pulses are not typically associated with atrial fibrillation12.
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