What is the best nursing action for a patient showing premature ventricular complexes (PVCs) but is asymptomatic with no pulse deficit?
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Correct answer: Document and monitor for worsening frequency
Isolated PVCs in an asymptomatic patient may be benign; the nurse should monitor for increased frequency, coupling, multifocal or runs of VT, and assess the patient’s status.
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