A client has a medical diagnosis of an advanced AV block and is symptomatic due to a slow heart rate. With what initial treatment(s) should the nurse be prepared to assist?

A client has a medical diagnosis of an advanced AV block and is symptomatic due to a slow heart rate. With what initial treatment(s) should the nurse be prepared to assist?


a) A maze procedure or IV bolus of furosemide
b) Cardiac catheterization
c) IV bolus of atropine or temporary pacing
d) Cardioversion or IV bolus of dopamine


Answer: c) IV bolus of atropine or temporary pacing


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