A client's heart rate is 72 beats per minute with a regular rhythm. How does the nurse interpret this data in relation to the client's peripheral nervous system?Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

A. The sympathetic system is in control.
B. The parasympathetic system is dominating.
C. Both parasympathetic and sympathetic systems are influencing cardiac status.
D. The autonomic nervous system is affecting cardiac status.
E. The somatic nervous system is affecting cardiac status.


Answer: D

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