Question

Two clients in cardiac rehabilitation are discussing the differences between scheduled cardioversion and unexpected defibrillation. Which statement does the nurse note is not correct?

1) Both procedures sedate the clients.
2) Cardioversion uses more electrical energy than defibrillation.
3) Both used to eliminate ventricular dysrhythmias.
4) Machine determines when electrical energy is delivered.

Answer 1

Scheduled cardioversion uses lower electrical energy than defibrillation in order to restore a normal heart rhythm.

Step-by-step explanation:

The nurse notes that statement 2) Cardioversion uses more electrical energy than defibrillation is not correct.

• Both scheduled cardioversion and unexpected defibrillation are procedures used in cardiac rehabilitation to treat ventricular dysrhythmias.
• Both procedures may or may not require sedation based on the patient's condition.
• While cardioversion uses lower electrical energy to restore a normal heart rhythm, defibrillation uses a higher energy level to stop a life-threatening arrhythmia.
• Both procedures rely on machines that analyze the patient's heart rhythm and deliver electrical energy when necessary.