Question

the nurse is providing care for a patient whose partner says, were told that he occasionally has an irregular heartbeat. is that bad? which response should the nurse make to best address the partners concern?
it may be the result of a potassium imbalance.
is he experiencing symptomology of a myocardial infarction?
does he take any prescribed cardiac medications?
its normal to experience occasional irregular beats.

Explanation:

The partner is worried about occasional irregular heartbeats. While other options may be relevant in further - assessment, the most reassuring and basic response is to inform that occasional irregular beats can be normal. This helps to immediately address the partner's concern.

Answer:

D. 'It's normal to experience occasional irregular beats.'