The nurse is caring for a client with atrial fibrillation. The client's symptoms started about 1 week ago, but he is just now seeking medical attention. The client asks the nurse why he has to wait several weeks before the cardioversion takes place. The best answer by the nurse is which of the following?
a) "There is a long list of clients in line to be cardioverted."
b) "We have to allow your heart to rest for a few weeks before it is stressed by the cardioversion."
c) "The doctor wants to see if your heart will switch back to its normal rhythm by itself."
d) "Your atrial chambers may contain blood clots now, so you must take an anticoagulant for a few weeks before the cardioversion."
Answer: d) "Your atrial chambers may contain blood clots now, so you must take an anticoagulant for a few weeks before the cardioversion."
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