Question

A nurse is teaching a client who has a cardiac dysrhythmia about the purpose of undergoing continuous telemetry monitoring. To assess the client's comprehension, which statement by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

(Options: a) This will help measure my blood pressure accurately.
b) Continuous monitoring will track my heart rhythm 24/7.
c) I won't need to worry about taking my medication anymore.
d) Telemetry monitoring is only necessary during the daytime.

Answer 1

The purpose of undergoing continuous telemetry monitoring for a client with a cardiac dysrhythmia is to track their heart rhythm 24/7.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct statement indicating an understanding of the purpose of undergoing continuous telemetry monitoring for a client with a cardiac dysrhythmia is: Continuous monitoring will track my heart rhythm 24/7. This statement accurately reflects the purpose of telemetry monitoring, which is to continuously monitor and record the client's heart rhythm over a period of time. This allows healthcare professionals to detect any abnormal heart rhythms and make appropriate treatment decisions.