Flashcards in Heart Problems - transport in animals Deck (7)
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1
Q
define the term bradycardia?
A
Bradycardia refers to a slow heart rate
IAN BRADY WAS A SLOW KILLER
2
Q
define the term tachycardia?
A
Tachycardia refers to a fast heart rate
WHEN I SEE TACHY CLOTHES MY HEART BEATS FASTER OUT OF DISGUST
3
Q
define the term atrial fibrillation?
A
atria beating more frequently than ventricles
4
Q
how is atrial fibrillation shown on an ECG?
A
with atrial fibrillation no clear p waves will be seen
5
Q
what is an ectopic heartbeat?
A
ectopic heartbeat refers to an extra or early beat of the ventricles
patient often feels as if a heart beat has been missed
6
Q
What is fibrillation?
A
fibrillation refers to uncoordinated contraction of the atria and ventricles
7
Q
what is the medical term for a normal heart beat?
A
sinus rhythm