It is 1 week before a pregnant client's due date. The nurse notes on the chart that the client's pulse rate was 74-80 before pregnancy. Today, the client's pulse rate at rest is 90. What action should the nurse should take?
1. Chart the findings.
2. Notify the physician of tachycardia.
3. Prepare the client for an electrocardiogram (EKG).
4. Prepare the client for transport to the hospital.
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Explanation: 1. The pulse rate frequently increases during pregnancy, although the amount varies from almost no increase to an increase of 10 to 15 beats per minute. This is a normal response, and does not indicate a need for emergency measures or treatment.
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