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Atrial Pacemaker Rhythm ECG Interpretation #317


Description

  • This rhythm is easily identified by the conspicuous presence of a pacing spike immediately preceding the P wave.
  • Not all pacing spikes will look exactly the same. They may be below or above the isoelectric line or be partially above and below.
  • The PR interval is measured from the pacing spike to the beginning of ventricular depolarization.
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Practice Strip

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Analyze this tracing using the five steps of rhythm analysis.

Show Answer
  • Rhythm: Regular
  • Rate: 83
  • P Wave: upright and uniform with spikes
  • PR interval: 0.16 sec
  • QRS: 0.06 sec
  • Interpretation: Atrial Pacemaker Rhythm with 100% capture





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