Which of the following can be a normal assessment finding for an older patient?
a. Asymptomatic dysrhythmias c. Increased respiratory effort
b. Decreased urine output d. Difficulty problem solving
A
The incidence of asymptomatic cardiac dysrhythmias increases in older patients. The most common dysrhythmia is the premature ventricular contraction. Other common types are atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, and paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia and atrioventricular conduction disturbances. All of the other findings are abnormal.
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