ECG's Flashcards

1
Q

what is an electrocardiogram (ECG)?

A

a graph showing the amount of electrical activity in the heart during the cardiac cycle

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2
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what is tachycardia?

A

fast heartbeat (over 100bpm)

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3
Q

what is bradycardia?

A

slow heartbeat (under 60bpm)

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4
Q

what is fibrillation?

A

irregular, fast heartbeat

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5
Q

what is ectopic heartbeat?

A

early or extra heartbeats

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