CRAT Exam Questions and Answers (Graded A+)

The first negative deflection noted in the QRS complex - ANSWER-Q wave Atrial fibrillation with a slow ventricular response has an - ANSWER-ventricular rate less than 60 BPM Patient education in self-monitoring includes with of the following: - ANSWER-- when to disconnect the device - what to do when the device emits an alert sound - what type of symptoms to record during the monitoring period x who to call in case of an emergency x how to wear the device while driving Which of the following rhythms may be characterized by regular P-P and regular R-R intervals at different rates? - ANSWER-complete heart block While conducting a routine transtelephonic pacemaker check, the patient states he is short of breath, and atrial fibrillation is noted in the presenting rhythm strip. The technician's next step should be to: - ANSWER-Put the patient on hold and call his cardiologist What is the best method for obtaining a good recording from a handheld, ambulatory, post event cardiac monitor? - ANSWER-Ensure two of the four electrodes are pressed gently to the left of the sternum