A client with a complete heart block receives a permanent pacemaker. Which of the following discharge instructions should be given by the nurse?
A)
"Do not fly on commercial airplanes as long as you have the pacemaker."
B)
"You will be taught to take your pulse, and should check it daily when you get home."
C)
"Do not use a microwave to cook your food even if you stand 10 feet from the oven."
D)
"Do not use your right arm for six weeks to avoid injury to the pacemaker incision."
B
Explanation:
A)
It is important to monitor the pulse and report a pulse rate greater or lesser than five beats of the preset pulse. Airplane flights are not restricted. Microwaves may be used as long as proper distance is maintained. Restriction of movement is only for 24 hours.
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B)
It is important to monitor the pulse and report a pulse rate greater or lesser than five beats of the preset pulse. Airplane flights are not restricted. Microwaves may be used as long as proper distance is maintained. Restriction of movement is only for 24 hours.
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C)
It is important to monitor the pulse and report a pulse rate greater or lesser than five beats of the preset pulse. Airplane flights are not restricted. Microwaves may be used as long as proper distance is maintained. Restriction of movement is only for 24 hours.
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Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
D)
It is important to monitor the pulse and report a pulse rate greater or lesser than five beats of the preset pulse. Airplane flights are not restricted. Microwaves may be used as long as proper distance is maintained. Restriction of movement is only for 24 hours.
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Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
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