Wandering Atrial Pacemaker Flashcards

1
Q

What is the rhythm of a WAP?

A

Regular or irregular
*usually irregular

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What is the rate of a WAP?

A
  1. Usually normal (60-100bpm)
    *can be <bpm
    *if faster than 100bpm then its something else
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3
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What are the P-wave characteristics of WAP?

A
  1. Vary in size, shape, and duration
  2. One P wave precedes QRS complex
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4
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What is the PR interval characteristics of WAP?

A
  1. Usually normal in duration (0.12-0.20)
    *May be abnormal
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5
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What are the characteristics of the QRS in WAP?

A

Normal <0.12 sec

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