Comprehensive ECG Rhythms and Interpretation Guide for Nursing Exam
Comprehensive ECG Rhythms and Interpretation Guide for Nursing Exam
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1. What is the normal heart rate range for Nor- 60 - 100 beats per minute
mal Sinus Rhythm?
2. What is the PR interval duration for Normal 0.12 - 0.20 seconds
Sinus Rhythm?
3. What characterizes Sinus Bradycardia? Regular rhythm with a heart rate of < 60
beats per minute
4. What is the QRS measurement for Sinus < 0.12 seconds
Bradycardia?
5. What is the heart rate range for Sinus Tachy- 100 - 150 beats per minute
cardia?
6. What defines Sinus Arrhythmia? Irregular rhythm with a heart rate of
60-100 beats per minute
7. What is a Premature Atrial Contraction An irregular rhythm with one or more early
(PAC)? beats, P-wave may be present or hidden
8. What characterizes Atrial Fibrillation (A-Fib)? Irregular rhythm with no discernible
P-waves and varying ventricular rate
9. What is the heart rate range for Atrial Flut- Atrial rate of 250 - 350 beats per minute,
ter? ventricular rate varies
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Comprehensive ECG Rhythms and Interpretation Guide for Nursing Exam
Study online at https://quizlet.com/_jrlke7
1. What is the normal heart rate range for Nor- 60 - 100 beats per minute
mal Sinus Rhythm?
2. What is the PR interval duration for Normal 0.12 - 0.20 seconds
Sinus Rhythm?
3. What characterizes Sinus Bradycardia? Regular rhythm with a heart rate of < 60
beats per minute
4. What is the QRS measurement for Sinus < 0.12 seconds
Bradycardia?
5. What is the heart rate range for Sinus Tachy- 100 - 150 beats per minute
cardia?
6. What defines Sinus Arrhythmia? Irregular rhythm with a heart rate of
60-100 beats per minute
7. What is a Premature Atrial Contraction An irregular rhythm with one or more early
(PAC)? beats, P-wave may be present or hidden
8. What characterizes Atrial Fibrillation (A-Fib)? Irregular rhythm with no discernible
P-waves and varying ventricular rate
9. What is the heart rate range for Atrial Flut- Atrial rate of 250 - 350 beats per minute,
ter? ventricular rate varies
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