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Which of the following best describes the purpose of analyzing elements of an ECG rhythm strip?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of analyzing elements of an ECG rhythm strip?
- To use the nursing process as a framework for care of patients with dysrhythmias
- To identify the ECG criteria, causes, and management of dysrhythmias
- To determine the ventricular and atrial rate
- To correlate the normal components of ECG with physiologic events of the heart (correct)
Which of the following is true about dysrhythmias?
Which of the following is true about dysrhythmias?
- They may cause irregular or erratic heart rhythm (correct)
- They are not related to conduction disturbances
- They are always considered life-threatening
- They can improve the efficiency of the heart as a pump
Which of the following is not a component analyzed in an ECG rhythm strip?
Which of the following is not a component analyzed in an ECG rhythm strip?
- QRS complex and shape
- P wave and shape
- Blood pressure (correct)
- Ventricular and atrial rhythm
What can happen if the heart does not have a regular rate and rhythm?
What can happen if the heart does not have a regular rate and rhythm?
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What is the potential danger of having an irregular or erratic heart rhythm?
What is the potential danger of having an irregular or erratic heart rhythm?
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Which of the following best describes respiratory failure?
Which of the following best describes respiratory failure?
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What is the main characteristic of acute respiratory failure?
What is the main characteristic of acute respiratory failure?
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What is the threshold for hypoxemia in respiratory failure?
What is the threshold for hypoxemia in respiratory failure?
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What is the threshold for hypercapnia in respiratory failure?
What is the threshold for hypercapnia in respiratory failure?
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