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What does EKG stand for?
Electrocardiogram
what is the Normal Heart rate range
60-100 bpm
what wave represents atrial activity?
P wave
Is 72 BPM Normal?
Yes!
What does Flatline mean ?
Asystole
Heart rate is 48BPM. Is this bradycardia or tachycardia?
bradycardia
Heart rate is 120 Bpm. Is this normal or abnormal?
abnormal its tachycardia
Which rhythm has regular P waves and QRS complexes?
Normal Sinus Rhythm
What does the QRS Complex represent?
Ventricular contraction
who should a pct report abnormal rhythms to?
Report to a nurse or provider
What should you do if the monitor shows asystole?
Call a code
What is the first action if EKG leads fall off?
Check the patient and the leads
True or False:PCTs diagnose heart rhythms
false
Why is monitoring impotant for patient safety?
To ensure the patient is having proper heart activity
A fast but regular rhythm is called what ?
Sinus Tachycardia