Question

A client experiences occasional premature atrial contractions (PACs) accompanied by palpitations that resolve spontaneously without treatment. What instruction does the nurse include in the client's teaching plan?

a. "Minimize or abstain from caffeine."
b. "Lie on your side until the attack subsides."
c. "Use your oxygen when you experience PACs."
d. "Take quinidine (Cardioquin) daily to prevent PACs."

Answer 1

The nurse should advise the client to minimize or abstain from caffeine to reduce the occurrence of PACs and palpitations.

Step-by-step explanation:

The nurse should include in the client's teaching plan to minimize or abstain from caffeine. Premature atrial contractions (PACs) can be stimulated by certain drugs, including caffeine. By reducing or eliminating caffeine intake, the client may be able to decrease the occurrence of PACs and palpitations.