The nurse is assessing an older adult client with a cardiac dysrhythmia. Which finding would the nurse identify as contributing to this client's dysrhythmia?
A) Drinks caffeinated coffee in the morning and for lunch.
B) Does not smoke or ingest any alcohol.
C) Plays golf three times a week and gardens daily.
D) Takes antihypertensive medication as prescribed.
Answer: A
Aging affects the heart and the cardiac conduction system, increasing the incidence of dysrhythmias and conduction defects. Caffeine increases the risk of ectopic beats and rapid heart rates. Antihypertensive medications are not associated with cardiac dysrhythmias. Engaging in routine physical activity will not cause dysrhythmias or conduction defects. The client is a non-smoker and does not ingest alcohol, both of which would contribute to cardiac dysrhythmias.
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