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what is the most accurate method for acquiring heart rate? - -1500 method
As an impulse moves toward a positive electrode it produces what type of deflection? - -upward
on ECG papers horizontal measurements are used to dete...
what is the most accurate method for acquiring heart rate? - ✔✔-1500 method
As an impulse moves toward a positive electrode it produces what type of deflection? - ✔✔-upward
on ECG papers horizontal measurements are used to determine what? - ✔✔-heart rate
the initiation of the impulse in the SA Node and its movement through the atria produce? - ✔✔-P-wave
repolarization of the ventricles is represented by the? - ✔✔-T-wave
artifact is? - ✔✔-problematic because it can mimic life-threatening dysrhythmias
two PVC's in a row are called a: - ✔✔-couplet
the heart valve that is situated between the right atrium and the right ventricle is called? - ✔✔-the
tricuspid valve
automaticity means: - ✔✔-the ability of certain cells to produce an electrical impulse without the need
for outside nerve stimulation
each small square running horizontally represents: - ✔✔-0.04 seconds
how many electrosdes are used as part of a 12-lead ECG? - ✔✔-10
, the third step of analyzing an ECG rhythm is? - ✔✔-evaluate the P-wave
the PR-intervals get progressively longer in: - ✔✔-2nd degree AV heart block, Type I
a heart rate below 60 bpm is called: - ✔✔-bradycardia
atrial fibrillation has: - ✔✔-no P-waves
which patient education process lets you know that the teaching plan is working? - ✔✔-evaluation
which of the following actions is helpful in assisting patients with their needs? - ✔✔-keeping a list of
community resources that can further assist the patient
what is used to mark an ECG paper? - ✔✔-a stylus
is a patient is said to be in asystole, the characteristics would be described as: - ✔✔-rate of 0 and no
pulse
what method of preparation for the patient that will ensure a successful ECG recording? - ✔✔-making
sure the patients legs are not crossed and the arms are resting at each side
when education a patients about factors that increase the risk of atherosclerosis include which of the
following? - ✔✔-high blood pressure and obesity
the ECG should be performed in a quiet environment because: - ✔✔-interference is minimized
when preparing a patient to wear a Holter Monitor, instruct the patient to: - ✔✔-depress the event
marker for significant symptoms
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