The nurse is reviewing an electrocardiogram (ECG) rhythm strip. The P waves and QRS complexes are regular. The PR interval is 0.16 second and QRS complexes measure 0.06 second. The overall heart rate is 64 beats/minute. What should the nurse interpret these findings as indicating?
A. Sinus bradycardia
B. Normal heart function
C. Sick sinus syndrome
D. First-degree heart block
Answer: B
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