Based on the EKG strip below, which medication would the nurse expect the health care provider...
Based on the EKG strip below, which medication would the nurse expect the health care provider to order prophylactically?
a. Anti-platelet
b. Blood Thinner
c. Beta-Blocker
d. Anti-dysrhythmic
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The rate is variable from atrial and ventricular. Rhythm is irregular as the spaces between R's is greater than 1.5 boxes or more than 0.6 secs. P waves cannot be distinguished, F (flutter) waves are present. Atrial fibrillation can be seen in the EKG strip. Anti-dysrhythmics are expected from the healthcare provider. Option d is the correct answer.
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Based on the EKG strip below, which medication would the nurse
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Raynaud syndrome . which of the following statements if made by the
client to the nurse indicates the need for further teaching?
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