IBHR EXAMS BUNDLE

PVARP....after a _____ event, refractory for the ______ - Answer-ventricle, atrium what is most likely the cause of the under detection of atrial flutter? - Answer-p waves falling into PVAB Which two studies showed that RV pacing in patients could lead to more hospitalizations? - Answer-DAVID ...

Voltage is? - Answer-The electromotive force pushing on electrons If the PM output voltage is 5v and the measured lead resistance is 330 ohms, then the current that flows out of the pacemaker into the heart is? - Answer-15.15 I=V/R=5V/.33 k ohm If a unipolar lead wire has an insulation break...

What current ICD capacitor technologies provide the highest energy density and does not require reformation? - Answer-Tantalum Electrolytic 1.67 Hz would equal how many bpm? - Answer-100 bpm 1 bpm = 0.0166667 Hz Which pace/sense lead designs would one expect the highest current density w/ a b...

101: Which of the following limited sens diagnostic tools has not been shown to be a + predictor for increased risk of SCD? Signal alternans T-wave alternans Heart rate variability P-wave dispersion - Answer-P-wave disperson 102:What will significantly lower myocardial stim thresholds? mine...

Alerts allow for earlier detection of problems, therefore allowing more effective treatment. - Answer-How does remote monitoring improve survival? Increased efficiency, reduced cost, expedited clinical decisions and improved survival. - Answer-Name the benefits of remote monitoring: Class I. -...

Name three causes of atrial standstill Myocardial Infarction Digitalis glycosides Hyperkalemia A 59 yo female with ischemic cardiomyopathy presents with palpitations, lightheadedness, insomnia and feels jittery. She has a CRT-D device. Takes Furosemide, potassium, lisinopril, carvedilol and a...