Physiological AdaptationQuestion 771 of 2368
The nurse is preparing a client with a pulse for synchronized cardioversion. What does the “synced” monitor do?
- Delivers the shock during the T wave
- Delivers the shock at the peak of the R wave
- Delivers the shock at random times in the cycle
- Delivers continuous shocks until a pulse is felt
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Correct answer: Delivers the shock at the peak of the R wave
When synced, the monitor identifies R waves and shocks at the R wave peak, which lowers the risk of ventricular fibrillation or asystole.
Source: Nursing Advanced Skills (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Interpret Basic ECG: Cardioversion. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Physiological Adaptation"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026