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Average Score: 62%
Simulated
Mr Jones came to the ER complaining of chest palpitations. He states his heart feels like it is 'racing'. The nurse found the following rhythm on the monitor. What is the next step would the nurse expect to take first?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The Valsalva maneuver, such as blowing into a syringe, can stimulate the vagus nerve to slow supraventricular tachycardia, making it the first non-invasive step.