Which of the following pulse rates would be considered tachycardia in an adult patient at rest?

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A72 beats per minute
B96 beats per minute
C112 beats per minute
D88 beats per minute

✓ Correct answer: C. 112 beats per minute Tachycardia in adults is defined as a heart rate greater than 100 beats per minute. A resting pulse of 112 bpm would be classified as tachycardia and warrants further investigation.

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