Heart Block Flashcards
1
Q
what is heart block
A
the electric condition of the heart is not competent
2
Q
what are the types of heart block
A
first - PR interval >200ms, problem located at AV node
second:
Morbitz I - non-conducted P waves in a pattern
Morbitz II - non-conducted P waves intermittently
third - no correlation between P waves and QRS complexes
3
Q
investigations and causes
A
ECG
previous CVS disease
medications - beta blockers, CCBs, Digoxin, anti-cholinestrase
cardiac surgery
4
Q
management
A
first - monitor, ECG
others - always pacemaker
5
Q
when is Mobitz Type 1 normal
A
in athletes
