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A nurse is caring for a client who is complaining of dyspnea, dizziness, palpitations, and rapid heart rate. ECG shows a narrow complex tachy dysrhythmia with a rate of 188, Supraventricular Tachycardia (SVT) The nurse is aware that this rapid arrhythmia is best treated with which of the following medications?

Epinephrine

Atropine

Adenosine

Lidocaine

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

Rationale:

A. Epinephrine is not typically used to treat supraventricular tachycardia (SVT).

B. Atropine is not typically used to treat supraventricular tachycardia (SVT).

C. Adenosine is the medication of choice for terminating supraventricular tachycardia (SVT).

D. Lidocaine is not typically used to treat supraventricular tachycardia (SVT).

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Rationale:

A. An echocardiogram is a diagnostic test that uses sound waves to create images of the heart's chambers, valves, and surrounding structures, and assesses their function.

B. Fasting is not typically required for an echocardiogram.

C. Discomfort is not typically associated with an echocardiogram.

D. An echocardiogram does not typically assess the extent of blockages in the arteries.

A. The client will need annual flu vaccine B. Update Covid 19 vaccination C. You will require antibiotics before dental work. D. Avoid sick contacts

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

Rationale:

A. The client may need an annual flu vaccine, but this is not specific to infective endocarditis.

B. Updating the Covid-19 vaccination is important, but this is not specific to infective endocarditis.

C. The client will require antibiotics before dental work to prevent the spread of bacteria from the mouth to the heart.

D. Avoiding sick contacts is important for general health but is not specific to infective endocarditis.

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