Arrhythmias and EKG Flashcards
1
Q
Causes of arrhythmias
A
HIS DEB
Hypoxia
Ischemia
Sympathetic stimulation
Drugs
Electrolytes
Bradycardia
Stretching/Dilation of atrium or ventricles
2
Q
Five basic types of arrhythmias
A
- arrhythmias of sinus origin
- ectopic rhythms
- reentrant arrhythmias
- conduction blocks
- pre-exitation syndromes
3
Q
Prolonged lack of electrical activity is called…
A
asystole
4
Q
What is it called when the sinus node stops…
A
sinus arrest
5
Q
What is the difference between escape beats and ectopic rhythm?
A
Escape beats are only a few beats
Ectopic rhythms are sustained
