Question

ashley is a 47 y/o female who comes to the clinic with a chief complaint of sudden onset of palpitations and a feeling of weakness and dizziness. additionally she notes that she has dyspnea on exertion. on the physical exam the np notes that he hr is 120 bpm and her bp drops to 98/60. her ekg shows no discrete p waves and irregularly irregular rhythm. lifestyle changes for ashley would include which of the following: a. caffeine b. nicotine c. decongestants d. all the above e. a & b only

Explanation:

Caffeine, nicotine, and decongestants can all stimulate the heart and potentially exacerbate palpitations and other cardiac - related symptoms. So, avoiding them would be part of lifestyle changes for a person with heart - related complaints like Ashley.

Answer:

D. All the Above