The nurse observes sinus bradycardia on a patient's cardiac monitor. Which data set indicates the patient is in need of treatment for this rhythm?
1. The patient is light-headed and complaining of chest discomfort.
2. The patient's respiratory rate is 16, blood pressure is 114/70, and the patient is pain-free.
3. The patient is alert, oriented X3, and blood pressure is 120/60, with no other complaints.
4. The patient's heart rate is 50 and blood pressure is 110/62, with no other complaints.
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Rationale 1: Sinus bradycardia requires treatment when the patient exhibits a decrease in cardiac output manifesting as complaints of angina, syncope, dizziness, shortness of breath, weakness, and possible changes in mental status.
Rationale 2: This normal data indicates the patient is tolerating the bradycardia.
Rationale 3: This normal data indicates the patient is tolerating the bradycardia.
Rationale 4: This normal data indicates the patient is tolerating the bradycardia.
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