The nurse is reinforcing teaching for a patient who has had premature ventricular contractions (PVCs) and is being discharged. Which of the following lifestyle recommendations would be most important to include?
a. "It is important for you to reduce the amount of fat in your diet."
b. "Weight gain and fluid retention are likely causing your abnormal heart rhythm."
c. "You should increase the amount of exercise you do each day."
d. "It is important for you to drink decaffeinated beverages."
ANS: D
Caffeine can cause PVCs.
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