Allied Health EKG Cards (Complete Solution)

Bipolar leads - an electrocardiographic conductor having two electrodes placed on different body regions, with each electrode contributing to the record. Sinus rhythm - refers to any cardiac rhythm where depolarization of the cardiac muscle begins at the sinus node. It is characterized by the presence of correctlyoriented P waves on the electrocardiogram (ECG). This rhythm is necessary, but not sumcient, for normal electrical activity within the heart. Standardization - the process of implementing and developing technical standards. Diffusion - the spreading of something more widely. Respiration rate for adults - 12 to 16 breaths per minute Respiration rate for children - 12 to 20 breaths per minute Respiration rate for infants - 24 to 30 breaths per minute What are two types of temporary pacemakers - transvenous and transcutaneous Firing - the action of setting fire to something. Capture - take into one's possession or control by force. Pacemaker spike - line on ekg paper that shows pacemaker has discharged sensing - refers to the pacemaker's ability to recognize the patient's own intrinsic rhythm or beat in order to decide ifit needs to fire. Demand mode - most pacemakers function on this, meaning they fire only when needed. What are the most common kinds of pacemakers? - VVI (ventricular demand) and DDD (AV universal demand) What are pacemaker malfunctions? - Failure to fire, loss of capture An ekg done to rule out