Sinus Bradycardia Flashcards
1
Q
When does sinus bradycardia commonly occur?
A
Sleep (decreased metabolic demands)
Athlete (normal stroke volume with less than normal effort)
2
Q
How does sinus bradycardia occur?
A
Normal response to a reduced demand for blood flow leading to automaticity in the SA node to diminish
3
Q
When is sinus bradycardia clinically significant?
A
Depends on how low the rate is and whether the pt is symptomatic
4
Q
What is the treatment for sinus bradycardia?
A
No symptoms = not treatment
Symptomatic treatment aims to identify and correct the underlying cause
5
Q
What is the nursing care for a pt with sinus bradycardia?
A
Observe heart rate, monitor progression and duration of bradycardia
6
Q
What rhythm has a sinus rate below 60 bpm and a regular rhythm?
A
Sinus bradycardia
