Conditions of the Heart Flashcards
1
Q
Cardiac Arrhythmia
A
slow, fast, inconsistent heart rate due to the heart’s electrical signals not functioning properly
2
Q
Myocardial Infarction
A
Blood flow through the coronary artery stops - heart attack
3
Q
Atrial Fibrillation
A
Signals from outside the SA node reach the heart - atria contracts in a disorganized manner