The nurse would clarify to a client that sinus arrest differs from sinus block in that with sinus arrest, the
a. atrial focus totally takes over pacing responsibility.
b. atrioventricular (AV) node is the primary pacemaker.
c. rhythm is regular.
d. sinoatrial (SA) node occasionally fails to fire.
D
Sinus arrest differs from SA exit block in that the SA node intermittently fails to fire at all with sinus arrest.
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a. report results. b. perform research. c. critique and synthesize evidence. d. statistically analyze quality improvement. e. develop an implementation and evaluation plan.
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Hypotension following administration of sublingual nitroglycerin usually lasts between 30-60 minutes
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.