Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 80%
Simulated
The client who is one (1) day postoperative coronary artery bypass surgery is exhibiting sinus tachycardia. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Sinus tachycardia post-CABG is often due to pain (D), which should be assessed first. Heart rate (A), notifying (B), and cardioversion (C) follow if needed.