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A technician monitoring telemetry notices a patient's rhythm has changed to a fast, abnormal pattern and the patient reports chest discomfort. What is the appropriate action?
a.Wait until the end of the shift to report it
b.Silence the alarm and take no action
c.Document it only, without telling anyone
d.Notify the nurse immediately and stay alert to the patient's condition
解析
A telemetry technician who observes a significant rhythm change with symptoms must notify the nurse or provider immediately so timely intervention can occur. Silencing alarms or delaying reporting endangers the patient. The technician monitors and communicates changes but does not diagnose or treat.
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