Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 70%
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The nurse is caring for a client with a history of asthma who is receiving albuterol via nebulizer. Which of the following findings should the nurse report immediately?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
A heart rate of 120 bpm suggests tachycardia, a serious albuterol side effect. Options B, C, and D are normal or expected.