#1 has been done for you: 72 y/o female pt. arrived at office c/o CP, VT or tachycardia, and SOB.
#2 History: coronary artery bypass graft surgery 2 weeks ago, congestive heart failure, diabetes mellitus, and hypertension.
#3 Assessment: vital signs stable; rapid heart rate at 120 bpm; blood pressure 130/75; oxygen saturation 99%.
#4 Tests ordered: echocardiogram, electrocardiogram, cardiac catheterization.
#5 Rule out: cardiomyopathy and vascular rupture.
#6 Nursing care plan: develop a cardiac rehabilitation plan.