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What is the primary purpose of synchronized cardioversion?
Why is it important for energy to be delivered during the QRS complex in synchronized cardioversion?
What type of cardiomyopathies can be treated with synchronized cardioversion?
What is a common indication for performing cardioversion urgently?
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What is the preferred placement of the hands-free pads for synchronized cardioversion?
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What is the normal heart rate range for sinus rhythm?
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Which of the following is a cause of sinus bradycardia?
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What is the PR interval duration typically seen in sinus tachycardia?
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In managing sinus bradycardia, which medication is administered first?
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What is the expected P:QRS ratio in sinus tachycardia?
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What factors can potentially alter blood flow in the presence of dysrhythmias?
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Which of the following ECG characteristics is not associated with sinus rhythm?
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What is the primary goal in the management of sinus bradycardia?
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What medication is typically used for treating stable ventricular tachycardia?
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Which of the following is NOT a cause of ventricular tachycardia?
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What is the maximum initial dose of Amiodarone for pulseless ventricular tachycardia?
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What should be assessed when evaluating ventricular tachycardia?
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Which rhythm is characterized by disorganized ventricular activity with no cardiac output?
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What is a common treatment approach for unstable ventricular tachycardia?
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Which condition is associated with a lack of heart activity and no cardiac output?
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What common electrolyte abnormalities can precipitate ventricular fibrillation?
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What is the primary cause of Pulseless Electrical Activity (PEA)?
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What key management step is part of treating PEA?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the H's associated with causes of cardiac arrest?
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What is a characteristic feature of a complete heart block?
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What is an appropriate goal of nursing care for patients with dysrhythmias?
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What type of intervention might be used for symptomatic dysrhythmias?
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Which of the following describes the state of a stable patient with dysrhythmias?
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What is a common management step used in response to a patient's unstable condition?
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What is the primary purpose of continuous cardiac monitoring?
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Which component of the ECG complex indicates atrial depolarization?
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What does an elevated ST segment typically indicate?
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How long is the normal duration of a PR interval?
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What might a prolonged QRS complex suggest?
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Which type of ECG monitor provides a graphic representation of the heart's electrical activity over time?
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What is indicated by a T wave that is flat or inverted?
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Which statement accurately describes the purpose of a 12-lead ECG?
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What is the significance of the QRS complex in an ECG?
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What do the vertical and horizontal lines on ECG graph paper represent?
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Which condition is most likely indicated by a depression in the ST segment?
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How is lead II characterized on an ECG?
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Which of the following is NOT a component of the ECG complex?
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What is the role of electrodes in ECG monitoring?
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