Basic Coronary Course Exam

Front

What is the normal pacemaker of the heart?

Back

Sinoatrial Node (SA Node) is the normal pacemaker of the heart, responsible for initiating the heartbeat.

Front

What does Ventricularly Paced rhythm indicate?

Back

Ventricularly Paced rhythm indicates that the heart's ventricles are being stimulated to contract by an external pacemaker.

Front

What is the first treatment to anticipate for a patient in a monitored rhythm with no complaints?

Back

Amiodarone 150 mg given IV over 10 minutes is often the first treatment for certain arrhythmias.

Front

What should be done next for an unresponsive and pulseless patient with a specific rhythm?

Back

Use the AED mode to defibrillate the patient.

Front

What electrolyte abnormality is indicated by a peaked T Wave on an ECG?

Back

Hyperkalemia is associated with peaked T Waves on an ECG.

Front

What is the function of the Atrioventricular Node?

Back

The Atrioventricular Node (AV Node) serves as a gatekeeper, slowing the electrical signal before it enters the ventricles.

Front

What is the purpose of synchronized cardioversion?

Back

Synchronized cardioversion is used to restore a normal heart rhythm in patients with certain types of arrhythmias.

Front

What is the role of defibrillation in cardiac emergencies?

Back

Defibrillation delivers a shock to the heart to restore a normal rhythm in cases of life-threatening arrhythmias.

Front

What does the term 'Bigeminy' refer to in cardiac rhythms?

Back

Bigeminy refers to a pattern where every other heartbeat is a premature contraction.

Front

What is the significance of high-quality compressions in CPR?

Back

High-quality compressions are crucial for maintaining blood flow to vital organs during cardiac arrest.