The nurse is caring for a patient who has just had an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) placed. What is the priority area for the nurse's assessment?
A) Assessing the patient's activity level
B) Facilitating transthoracic echocardiography
C) Vigilant monitoring of the patient's ECG
D) Close monitoring of the patient's peripheral perfusion
Ans: C
Feedback:
After a permanent electronic device (pacemaker or ICD) is inserted, the patient's heart rate and rhythm are monitored by ECG. This is a priority over peripheral circulation and activity. Echocardiography is not indicated.
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