Pacemakers Flashcards
1
Q
Why are the indications for a pacemaker? (5)
A
Symptomatic bradycardias
Mobitz type 2 heart block
Third degree heart block
Severe heart failure (biventricular pacemakers)
Hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy (ICD)
2
Q
What pacemaker is in place if there is a vertical spike before either P or QRS but not both?
A
Single-chamber (right atrium)
3
Q
What pacemaker is in place if there is a vertical line before both the P and QRS?
A
Dual-chamber (right atrium and ventricle)
