Asked by Jaquelin Diosdado on Apr 28, 2024
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The adult patient's heart rate is 48 beats/minute.Which term will the nurse use when documenting the finding in the patient's medical record?
A) Tachycardia
B) Bradycardia
C) Pulse deficit
D) Bradypnea
Bradycardia
A slower than normal heart rate, typically defined as a heart rate less than 60 beats per minute in adults.
Beats/Minute
A unit of measure used to quantify heart rate, representing the number of heartbeats in one minute.
Medical Record
A comprehensive document containing the history, treatment plans, and medical notes regarding a patient's health and medical treatment.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the physiological implications of abnormal vital sign readings.
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parisa katibehMay 05, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Tachycardia is an abnormally elevated heart rate,greater than 100 beats/minute in adults.Bradycardia is a slow rate,less than 60 beats/minute in adults; 120 to 160 beats/minute is a normal heart rate for an infant.The normal heart rate for an adult is 60 to 100 beats/minute.
Learning Objectives
- Demonstrate knowledge of the physiological implications of abnormal vital sign readings.