The nurse is caring for a client with client with chronic atrial fibrillation on the telemetry unit. Which finding requires immediate follow-up?

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A. new left arm weakness and slurred speech — New unilateral weakness and slurred speech suggest embolic stroke in a client with atrial fibrillation.

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B. heart rate 98/min at rest

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C. occasional palpitations with exertion

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D. mild fatigue after physical therapy