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What is sinus bradycardia?
What is sinus bradycardia?
Slower heart rhythm
What is the ventricular rate in sinus bradycardia?
What is the ventricular rate in sinus bradycardia?
Less than 60 bpm
List one symptom that some people with sinus bradycardia may experience.
List one symptom that some people with sinus bradycardia may experience.
Shortness of breath
What is sinus tachycardia?
What is sinus tachycardia?
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What are some reasons that can lead to sinus tachycardia?
What are some reasons that can lead to sinus tachycardia?
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When is a tachycardia considered a normal response?
When is a tachycardia considered a normal response?
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What are palpitations associated with sinus tachycardia?
What are palpitations associated with sinus tachycardia?
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How often does sinus bradycardia occur in adults over age 65?
How often does sinus bradycardia occur in adults over age 65?
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What are some symptoms that patients may experience with tachycardia?
What are some symptoms that patients may experience with tachycardia?
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Why might patients with tachycardia experience shortness of breath?
Why might patients with tachycardia experience shortness of breath?
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How does tachycardia contribute to dizziness and lightheadedness?
How does tachycardia contribute to dizziness and lightheadedness?
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Why can chest pain be a concerning symptom in tachycardia?
Why can chest pain be a concerning symptom in tachycardia?
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What role do regular heart beats play in experiencing weakness or exhaustion?
What role do regular heart beats play in experiencing weakness or exhaustion?
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What is the link between tachycardia and increased oxygen demand?
What is the link between tachycardia and increased oxygen demand?
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How can tachycardia impact blood flow to the brain?
How can tachycardia impact blood flow to the brain?
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Why should patients pay attention to weakness or exhaustion in tachycardia?
Why should patients pay attention to weakness or exhaustion in tachycardia?
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