The nurse teaches the client that which diseases are associated with dysrhythmias? (Select all that apply.) Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected
1. Arthritis
2. Hypertension
3. Hyperkalemia
4. Myocardial infarction
5. Diabetes
Correct Answer: 2, 3, 4
Rationale 1: Arthritis is not associated with dysrhythmias.
Rationale 2: Hypertension is associated with dysrhythmias.
Rationale 3: Hypokalemia is associated with dysrhythmias.
Rationale 4: Myocardial infarction is associated with dysrhythmias.
Rationale 5: Diabetes is not associated with dysrhythmias.
Global Rationale: Hypertension, hyperkalemia, and myocardial infarction all all associated with dysrhythmias. Arthritis and diabetes are not associated with dysrhythmias.
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