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Sinus Bradycardia Sinus Tachycardia Bradon M., Shelby F., Kyana R. Sinus Bradycardia: What is it? Slower heart rhythm Can be associated with certain heart conditions, but also associated with someone who is physically fit. Most people don’t exhibit symptoms Occurs 1 out of every 600 adults over age 6...

Sinus Bradycardia Sinus Tachycardia Bradon M., Shelby F., Kyana R. Sinus Bradycardia: What is it? Slower heart rhythm Can be associated with certain heart conditions, but also associated with someone who is physically fit. Most people don’t exhibit symptoms Occurs 1 out of every 600 adults over age 65 Characteristics of Sinus Bradycardia Regular heart characteristics Ventricular rate less than 60 bpm P-waves precede each QRS complex Symptoms some can experience (Cleveland Clinic, n.d.) ○ ○ ○ ○ Shortness of breath Fatigue Confusion Dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting Sinus Tachycardia: What is it? Tachycardia is a term to describe rapid heart rate, typically a heart rate greater than 100 beats per minute (Healthdirect Australia, 2023). This can occur b/c of various reasons such as physical exertion, stress, anxiety, fever, certain medications, and underlying medical conditions (Healthdirect Australia, 2023). Underlying medical conditions can include: heart disease, thyroid disorders, or electrolyte imbalances (Healthdirect Australia, 2023). It is possible to have a tachycardia as a normal response, but it can also be unexplained which would require medical evaluation and treatment (Healthdirect Australia, 2023). Sinus Tachycardia Characteristics Heart rate > 100 bpm, significantly faster than normal. Palpitations and sensations of rapid or irregular heart beat. ( Patients may feel fluttering, pounding, or racing in the chest) Shortness of breath (tachycardia can cause increased demand for oxygen leading to breathlessness, especially during physical activity.) Dizziness and lightheadedness ( Tachycardia can reduce blood flow to the brain) Chest pain ( mild or severe chest pains can be a sign of underlying heart problems. Weakness or exhaustion REGULAR heart beats Practice: Which is it? Practice: Which is it? References Bradycardia: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment. Cleveland Clinic. (n.d.). https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17841-bradycardia Healthdirect Australia. (2023, June 7). Tachycardia. Healthdirect. https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/tachycardia#:~:text=Tachycardia%20means%20that%20your%20heart,dangerous%20or%20even%20life %2Dthreatening. Professional, C. C. M. (n.d.). Sinus bradycardia. Cleveland Clinic. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/22473-sinus-bradycardia Rawshani, A., MD PhD, & Rawshani, A., MD PhD. (2023, July 2). Sinus bradycardia: definitions, ECG, causes and management. Cardiovascular Education. https://ecgwaves.com/topic/sinus-bradycardia-ecg-causes-treatment/#Definition_of_sinus_bradycardia