Which of the following is least likely to cause tachycardia?
a. Fever
b. Severe pain
c. Hypotension
d. Hypothermia
ANS: D
Common causes of tachycardia are exercise, fear, anxiety, low blood pressure, anemia, fever, re-duced arterial blood oxygen levels, and certain medications.
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