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    Nur 335 Med Surg Adult Health ekg (examplify) Proctored Exam

    What is the rhythm name and the rate, according to the attached 6 second strip?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice A rationale This rhythm originates above the ventricles, typically from the atrioventricular node or atria, characterized by narrow QRS complexes and a regular rhythm. In the provided strip, the absence of discernible P waves and a grossly irregular ventricular response contradicts this diagnosis. Additionally, the rate calculation based on a six second strip requires counting R waves and multiplying by ten, which leads to a specific frequency not matching this option's tachycardia profile. Choice B rationale This rhythm involves a regular discharge from the sinoatrial node exceeding 100 beats per minute, usually displaying identifiable P waves before every narrow QRS complex. Normal sinus rhythm features regular R-R intervals, whereas the strip demonstrates significant irregularity. Tachycardia at 150 bpm is common in stress or fever, but the chaotic nature of the atrial activity and the irregular ventricular rate on the monitor strip point toward a more disorganized supraventricular arrhythmia rather than sinus. Choice C rationale This life threatening rhythm is defined by a wide QRS complex (>0.12 seconds) originating from ventricular ectopic foci, typically presenting as a regular, rapid rhythm. The strip shows narrow QRS complexes, which indicates that the electrical impulse is traveling through the normal conduction system rather than originating in the ventricles. A rate of 210 bpm is possible, but the narrow morphology and irregular spacing definitively rule out a primary ventricular origin for this rhythm. Choice D rationale This condition is characterized by disorganized atrial electrical activity resulting in no distinct P waves and an irregularly irregular ventricular rhythm. Rapid ventricular response occurs when the atrioventricular node allows numerous impulses to pass, exceeding 100 bpm. By counting the R waves in a six second strip and multiplying by ten, a rate of 210 bpm is confirmed. The baseline shows fibrillatory waves, and the R-R intervals are inconsistent, making this the most accurate clinical diagnosis.

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