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Cardiac Rhythm Study Guide Quiz for Patient Care Technicians
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Cardiac Rhythm Study Guide Quiz for Patient Care Technicians

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What is the normal range for PRI (P-R interval)?

  • 0.12-0.20 sec (correct)
  • 0.30-0.40 sec
  • 0.06-0.10 sec
  • 0.20-0.30 sec
  • Which rhythm is characterized by irregular P-P intervals that gradually lengthen and shorten with the respiratory rate?

  • Sinus Pause
  • Sinus Tachycardia
  • Sinus Bradycardia
  • Sinus Arrhythmia (correct)
  • What is the distinguishing feature of Premature Atrial Contraction/Complex (PAC's) in terms of the P wave?

  • P wave for each QRS
  • P wave of PAC may have different shape from sinus beat (correct)
  • No P wavesfibrillatory (f)
  • P wave may be buried in preceding T wave
  • What is the defining characteristic of Atrial Fibrillation?

    <p>No P wavesfibrillatory (f)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal range for QRS duration?

    <p>0.06-0.10 sec</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which rhythm is characterized by a regular rate of 60-100 bpm and one P wave for every QRS?

    <p>Sinus Bradycardia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the defining characteristic of Paroxysmal Atrial Tachycardia (PAT)?

    <p>Rate is 100-150/min</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the distinguishing feature of Premature Atrial Contraction/Complex (PAC's) in terms of the P wave?

    <p>P wave of PAC may have different shape from sinus beat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which rhythm is characterized by an irregular rhythm and no discernible P waves?

    <p>Atrial Fibrillation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal range for PRI (P-R interval)?

    <p>0.12-0.20 sec</p> Signup and view all the answers

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