A patient tells the nurse "my heart is skipping beats again; I'm having palpitations." After completing a physical assessment, the nurse concludes the patient is experiencing occasional premature atrial complexes (PACs). The nurse should instruct the patient to complete which of the following?
a) Apply supplemental oxygen.
b) Avoid caffeinated beverages.
c) Lie down and elevate the feet.
d) Request sublingual nitroglycerin.
Answer: b) Avoid caffeinated beverages.
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