The nurse is caring for a patient recovering from cardioversion. For what should the nurse monitor in this patient? (Select all that apply.)
a. Skin burns
b. Blood pressure
c. Sensory disturbances
d. Respiratory problems
e. Rhythm disturbances
f. Changes in ST segment
ANS: A, B, D, E, F
The nurse should monitor for skin burns, blood pressure, respiratory problems, rhythm disturbances, and changes in the ST segment. C. It is unlikely that the patient will experience sensory disturbances after cardioversion.
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