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CRAT Study Guide Questions and Answers | Latest Update | 2024/2025 | Already Passed When analyzing a cardiac rhythm, what is the primary feature used to identify atrial fibrillation? Absence of distinct P waves and irregularly spaced beats. What is the initial sign of a myocardial inf...

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When analyzing a cardiac rhythm, what is the primary feature used to identify atrial fibrillation?




✔✔ Absence of distinct P waves and irregularly spaced beats.




What is the initial sign of a myocardial infarction when evaluating a cardiac rhythm?




✔✔ Presence of elevated or depressed segments and abnormal T waves.




What is indicated by the appearance of abnormal waves following a heart attack?




✔✔ Evidence of previous myocardial damage.




What does an extended interval between beats typically signify?




✔✔ Increased risk of dangerous arrhythmias.

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, How can you distinguish between atrial flutter and atrial fibrillation in a rhythm strip?




✔✔ Atrial flutter shows a regular pattern, while atrial fibrillation appears irregular.




What does a downward-sloping segment suggest in a rhythm assessment?




✔✔ Possible myocardial ischemia.




How do you identify a complete heart block?




✔✔ Presence of dissociation between atrial and ventricular rhythms.




What is a key indicator of rapid, irregular heartbeats originating from the ventricles?




✔✔ Wide complexes with a fast heart rate and absence of preceding P waves.




What does a high amplitude of beats suggest?

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