List eight signs and symptoms of pacemaker malfunction
What will be an ideal response?
• Lightheadedness
• Dizziness
• Dyspnea
• Moist, pale skin
• Weakness
• Bradycardia or tachycardia, depending on reason for implantation
• Chest pain
• Swelling in extremities
• Prolonged hiccoughing
• Muscle twitching
• Possible altered mental status
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