Which of the following are common causes of sinus tachycardia? (Select all that apply.)
a. Hyperthyroidism
b. Hypovolemia
c. Hypothyroidism
d. Heart Failure
e. Sleep
A, B, D
Common causes of sinus tachycardia include hyperthyroidism, hypovolemia, heart failure, anemia, exercise, use of stimulants, fever, and sympathetic response to fear or pain and anxiety. Hypothyroidism and sleep tend to slow the heart rate.
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