Multiple Choice
The patient has a transcutaneous pacemaker in place.Pacemaker spikes followed by QRS complexes are noted on the cardiac rhythm strip.To determine if the pacemaker is working,the nurse must do which of the following?
A) Obtain a 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) .
B) Call for a pacemaker interrogation.
C) Palpate the pulse.
D) Run a 2-minute monitor strip for analysis.
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