A medical assistant fails to accurately document a patient's reported adverse reactions after an office procedure. This is an example of which of the following?

A. Sweating: Sweating is a normal physiological response to exercise and is not an indication to terminate the test.
B. Bradycardia: Bradycardia (abnormally slow heart rate) during an exercise stress test can indicate a serious problem and may require premature termination of the test.
C. Palpitations: Palpitations can occur during exercise, but they are not necessarily a reason to terminate the test unless accompanied by other symptoms or abnormalities.
D. Thirst: Thirst is not a contraindication for continuing an exercise stress test.

A. Alternating current: Alternating current interference is due to electrical equipment, not patient movement or talking.
B. Interrupted baseline: An interrupted baseline occurs when there is a break in the electrical connection, often due to a loose lead, not because of patient talking.
C. Somatic tremor: Somatic tremor can occur due to muscle movement, including that caused by talking. This can result in erratic, uneven spikes on the EKG tracing.
D. Wandering baseline: A wandering baseline is usually caused by improper electrode placement or poor skin contact, not talking. However, excessive movement, including deep breaths or large chest movements during talking, can contribute to a wandering baseline.