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1
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define the term bradycardia?

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Bradycardia refers to a slow heart rate

IAN BRADY WAS A SLOW KILLER

2
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define the term tachycardia?

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Tachycardia refers to a fast heart rate

WHEN I SEE TACHY CLOTHES MY HEART BEATS FASTER OUT OF DISGUST

3
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define the term atrial fibrillation?

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atria beating more frequently than ventricles

4
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how is atrial fibrillation shown on an ECG?

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with atrial fibrillation no clear p waves will be seen

5
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what is an ectopic heartbeat?

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ectopic heartbeat refers to an extra or early beat of the ventricles
patient often feels as if a heart beat has been missed

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What is fibrillation?

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fibrillation refers to uncoordinated contraction of the atria and ventricles

7
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what is the medical term for a normal heart beat?

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sinus rhythm