AMCA EKG - Practice Questions with
Correct Answers
what is the most accurate method for acquiring heart rate? - ANSWERS1500 method
As an impulse moves toward a positive electrode it produces what type of deflection? -
ANSWERSupward
on ECG papers horizontal measurements are used to determine what? -
ANSWERSheart rate
the initiation of the impulse in the SA Node and its movement through the atria
produce? - ANSWERSP-wave
repolarization of the ventricles is represented by the? - ANSWERST-wave
artifact is? - ANSWERSproblematic because it can mimic life-threatening dysrhythmias
two PVC's in a row are called a: - ANSWERScouplet
the heart valve that is situated between the right atrium and the right ventricle is called?
- ANSWERSthe tricuspid valve
automaticity means: - ANSWERSthe ability of certain cells to produce an electrical
impulse without the need for outside nerve stimulation
each small square running horizontally represents: - ANSWERS0.04 seconds
how many electrosdes are used as part of a 12-lead ECG? - ANSWERS10
the third step of analyzing an ECG rhythm is? - ANSWERSevaluate the P-wave
the PR-intervals get progressively longer in: - ANSWERS2nd degree AV heart block,
Type I
a heart rate below 60 bpm is called: - ANSWERSbradycardia
atrial fibrillation has: - ANSWERSno P-waves
which patient education process lets you know that the teaching plan is working? -
ANSWERSevaluation
, which of the following actions is helpful in assisting patients with their needs? -
ANSWERSkeeping a list of community resources that can further assist the patient
what is used to mark an ECG paper? - ANSWERSa stylus
is a patient is said to be in asystole, the characteristics would be described as: -
ANSWERSrate of 0 and no pulse
what method of preparation for the patient that will ensure a successful ECG recording?
- ANSWERSmaking sure the patients legs are not crossed and the arms are resting at
each side
when education a patients about factors that increase the risk of atherosclerosis include
which of the following? - ANSWERShigh blood pressure and obesity
the ECG should be performed in a quiet environment because: - ANSWERSinterference
is minimized
when preparing a patient to wear a Holter Monitor, instruct the patient to: -
ANSWERSdepress the event marker for significant symptoms
when no abnormalities show during a resting ECG, the physician may order an Exercise
ECG. Another name for this is: - ANSWERSstress test
which of the following terms refers to the ventricular ectopic discharge at a rapid, regular
rate in excess of 100 BPM? - ANSWERSventricular tachycardia
This cavity contains the heart and lungs, among other organs: - ANSWERSthoracic
Located near the back of the body, this body cavity is a continuous internal opening that
includes the cranial and spinal cavities: - ANSWERSposterior (dorsal) cavity
This is the scrubbing of instruments with special brushes and detergents to remove
blood, mucous, etc: - ANSWERSsanitization
This is the process that involves a soaking or wiping process and inhibits the activity of
disease-causing organisms: - ANSWERSdisinfection
The process used for supplies that would come in contact with internal body tissue or an
open wound. It involves the use of heat (steam) and an autoclave: -
ANSWERSsterilization
The patient has a history of cardiovascular disease. Which of the following tests would
not be used as a screening procedure? - ANSWERScolonoscopy
Which plane divides the body into right and left portions? - ANSWERSsagittal
Correct Answers
what is the most accurate method for acquiring heart rate? - ANSWERS1500 method
As an impulse moves toward a positive electrode it produces what type of deflection? -
ANSWERSupward
on ECG papers horizontal measurements are used to determine what? -
ANSWERSheart rate
the initiation of the impulse in the SA Node and its movement through the atria
produce? - ANSWERSP-wave
repolarization of the ventricles is represented by the? - ANSWERST-wave
artifact is? - ANSWERSproblematic because it can mimic life-threatening dysrhythmias
two PVC's in a row are called a: - ANSWERScouplet
the heart valve that is situated between the right atrium and the right ventricle is called?
- ANSWERSthe tricuspid valve
automaticity means: - ANSWERSthe ability of certain cells to produce an electrical
impulse without the need for outside nerve stimulation
each small square running horizontally represents: - ANSWERS0.04 seconds
how many electrosdes are used as part of a 12-lead ECG? - ANSWERS10
the third step of analyzing an ECG rhythm is? - ANSWERSevaluate the P-wave
the PR-intervals get progressively longer in: - ANSWERS2nd degree AV heart block,
Type I
a heart rate below 60 bpm is called: - ANSWERSbradycardia
atrial fibrillation has: - ANSWERSno P-waves
which patient education process lets you know that the teaching plan is working? -
ANSWERSevaluation
, which of the following actions is helpful in assisting patients with their needs? -
ANSWERSkeeping a list of community resources that can further assist the patient
what is used to mark an ECG paper? - ANSWERSa stylus
is a patient is said to be in asystole, the characteristics would be described as: -
ANSWERSrate of 0 and no pulse
what method of preparation for the patient that will ensure a successful ECG recording?
- ANSWERSmaking sure the patients legs are not crossed and the arms are resting at
each side
when education a patients about factors that increase the risk of atherosclerosis include
which of the following? - ANSWERShigh blood pressure and obesity
the ECG should be performed in a quiet environment because: - ANSWERSinterference
is minimized
when preparing a patient to wear a Holter Monitor, instruct the patient to: -
ANSWERSdepress the event marker for significant symptoms
when no abnormalities show during a resting ECG, the physician may order an Exercise
ECG. Another name for this is: - ANSWERSstress test
which of the following terms refers to the ventricular ectopic discharge at a rapid, regular
rate in excess of 100 BPM? - ANSWERSventricular tachycardia
This cavity contains the heart and lungs, among other organs: - ANSWERSthoracic
Located near the back of the body, this body cavity is a continuous internal opening that
includes the cranial and spinal cavities: - ANSWERSposterior (dorsal) cavity
This is the scrubbing of instruments with special brushes and detergents to remove
blood, mucous, etc: - ANSWERSsanitization
This is the process that involves a soaking or wiping process and inhibits the activity of
disease-causing organisms: - ANSWERSdisinfection
The process used for supplies that would come in contact with internal body tissue or an
open wound. It involves the use of heat (steam) and an autoclave: -
ANSWERSsterilization
The patient has a history of cardiovascular disease. Which of the following tests would
not be used as a screening procedure? - ANSWERScolonoscopy
Which plane divides the body into right and left portions? - ANSWERSsagittal
