Dysrhythmias – Advanced MedSurg Exam 1 (50 Questions) | ECG, Afib, V-Tach, Pacemakers

This document provides a comprehensive set of 50 expertly answered questions for Advanced Medical-Surgical Nursing Exam 1, with a focus on cardiac dysrhythmias. It covers essential concepts such as electrophysiology, the conduction system of the heart, and detailed ECG waveform interpretation including the P wave, QRS complex, ST segment, and T wave. Core dysrhythmias are explained—atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, supraventricular tachycardia, ventricular tachycardia, ventricular fibrillation, and torsades de pointes—alongside related treatments like magnesium sulfate, amiodarone, defibrillation, and synchronized cardioversion. In addition, it explores the Vaughan Williams classification of antidysrhythmic medications and the functionality of different types of pacemakers (transvenous, epicardial, transcutaneous, permanent), making it a valuable tool for recognizing rhythm abnormalities and clinical interventions. Ideal for students in BSN, ADN, RN-to-BSN, or accelerated nursing programs, this document is also beneficial for NCLEX-RN preparation and coursework in Critical Care, Cardiac Nursing, and Advanced Med-Surg Nursing. The structure and content align with most U.S. nursing curricula and licensing standards. Keywords: dysrhythmias, ECG interpretation, atrial fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia, torsades de pointes, pacemakers, synchronized cardioversion, defibrillation, cardiac rhythms, antidysrhythmic drugs, Advanced MedSurg, nursing exam, P wave, QRS complex, QT interval, bradycardia, repolarization