A Client with Palpitations Is Admitted with Supraventricular Tachycardia

A client with palpitations is admitted with supraventricular tachycardia.  The client's heart rate is 210/min.  Which is the most appropriate initial intervention?

A) Ask the client to bear down as if having a bowel movement
B) Grab the crash cart and apply hands-free defibrillation pads
C) Place ECG leads on client to further assess electrical activity
D) Place IV line distally from the heart for adenosine administration

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