Which electrocardiogram findings would the nurse expect to observe on the rhythm strip of a patient with hypercalcemia?
A) Shortened QT interval
B) Prolonged ST segment
C) Sinus bradycardia
D) ST segment depression
A) Shortened QT interval
Explanation: A) Electrocardiogram findings in the patient with hypercalcemia can include a shortened QT interval, a shortened ST segment, or various tachyarrhythmias.
B) Electrocardiogram findings in the patient with hypercalcemia can include a shortened QT interval, a shortened ST segment, or various tachyarrhythmias.
C) Electrocardiogram findings in the patient with hypercalcemia can include a shortened QT interval, a shortened ST segment, or various tachyarrhythmias.
D) Electrocardiogram findings in the patient with hypercalcemia can include a shortened QT interval, a shortened ST segment, or various tachyarrhythmias.
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