This rhythm has a rate of 60–100 bpm with a P wave before every QRS.
What is Normal Sinus Rhythm?
This rhythm is normal and does NOT require intervention.
What is Normal Sinus Rhythm?
This wave represents atrial depolarization.
What is the P Wave?
Patient dizzy, HR 48 bpm. Medical term for their HR.
What is Sinus Bradycardia?
This rhythm is irregularly irregular with no visible P waves.
What is Atrial Fibrillation?
This slow rhythm may be normal in athletes but concerning if symptomatic.
What is Sinus Bradycardia?
This complex represents ventricular depolarization.
What is the QRS Complex?
Patient anxious, HR 120 bpm, regular. Medical term for their HR.
What is Sinus Tachycardia
This rhythm has a rate >100 bpm but is still regular with P waves.
What is Sinus Tachycardia?
This rhythm increases stroke risk and must be reported.
What is Atrial Fibrillation?
This wave represents ventricular repolarization.
What is the T Wave?
Patient has palpitations, irregular rhythm. What could be the cause?
What is Atrial Fibrillation?
This rhythm shows wide QRS complexes and a very fast rate.
What is Ventricular Tachycardia?
This rhythm requires immediate CPR and no shock.
What is Asystole?
This interval measures time from atria to ventricles.
What is the PR interval?
Patient collapses, no pulse, chaotic rhythm. What could be the cause?
What is Ventricular Fibrillation?
This rhythm is completely chaotic with no identifiable waves.
What is Ventricular Fibrillation?
This rhythm requires immediate defibrillation.
What is Ventricular Fibrillation?
This is the normal heart rate range for adults.
What is 60-100 bpm?
Patient unresponsive, flatline on monitor. What is the cause?
What is Asystole?