Which of the following should the nurse monitor in a patient who has undergone cardioversion? (Select all that apply.)
a. Skin burns
b. Respiratory problems
c. Sensory disturbances
d. Changes in ST segment
e. Rhythm disturbances
f. Blood pressure
ANS: A, B, D, E, F
All but C should be monitored, as C is very unlikely to have been affected by cardioversion.
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