Prophecy RN Pharmacology A Exam Questions and Answers Scored 95%

Prophecy RN Pharmacology A Exam Questions and Answers Scored 95% normal sinus rhythm - Answer- heart rhythm originating in the sinoatrial node with a rate in patients at rest of 60 to 100 beats per minute Sinus Arrhythmia - Answer- Appearance is ALMOST NORMAL: Respiratory - Circulatory interaction Rate INCREASES with INSPIRATION (IN=IN) Sinus Bradycardia - Answer- 60 normal sinus rhythm Sinus Tachycardia - Answer- 100 (100-150) normal sinus rhythm Premature Atrial Contraction (PAC) - Answer- Heart Rate: Depends on underlying rhythm Regularity: Interrupts the regularity of underlying rhythm P-Wave: can be flattened, notched, or unusual. May be hidden within the T wave PRI: measures between .12-.20 seconds and can be prolonged; can be different from other complexes QRS: .12 seconds Sinus Arrest/Pause - Answer- - SA node doesn't fire - notice absence of P-wave for a complete cycle (a missed cycle) length of pause ≠ multiple of normal rate (block)