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Which device delivers a shock if the heart beats too fast?
Which device delivers a shock if the heart beats too fast?
What is the purpose of a defibrillator?
What is the purpose of a defibrillator?
Which device is essential for treating arrhythmias?
Which device is essential for treating arrhythmias?
Study Notes
Devices for Heart Conditions
- An Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) is a device that delivers a shock if the heart beats too fast.
- The purpose of a defibrillator is to restore a normal heartbeat by delivering an electric shock to the heart.
- A defibrillator is an essential device for treating arrhythmias, which are abnormal heart rhythms.
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Test your knowledge of medical equipment with this quiz! Identify the device used to deliver a shock to the heart when it beats too fast. Choose the correct answer from the options provided.