Atrial Rhythms

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What is Atrial Flutter?

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Atrial Flutter is a type of arrhythmia characterized by rapid reentrant circuits in the atria, leading to a 'sawtooth' pattern of atrial waves, often referred to as 'F-waves'.

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What is Atrial Fibrillation?

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Atrial Fibrillation is an irregular and often rapid heart rate that can lead to blood clots, stroke, and other heart-related complications. It is characterized by disorganized electrical signals in the atria.

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What does HR stand for in ECG readings?

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HR stands for Heart Rate, which is the number of beats per minute (bpm) of the heart.

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What is the normal range for resting heart rate?

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The normal resting heart rate for adults typically ranges from 60 to 100 bpm.

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What are PACs?

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PACs, or Premature Atrial Contractions, are early heartbeats originating in the atria, which can disrupt the regular heart rhythm.

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What is the significance of F-waves in ECG?

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F-waves are indicative of Atrial Flutter and represent the rapid atrial activity that occurs in this arrhythmia.

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How can you identify Atrial Fibrillation on an ECG?

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Atrial Fibrillation is identified by the absence of distinct P waves and the presence of irregularly spaced QRS complexes.

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What is the difference between Atrial Flutter and Atrial Fibrillation?

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Atrial Flutter has a regular rhythm with distinct F-waves, while Atrial Fibrillation has an irregular rhythm with no distinct P waves.

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What is the treatment for Atrial Fibrillation?

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Treatment options for Atrial Fibrillation may include medications, electrical cardioversion, and catheter ablation.

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What does the term 'dysrhythmia' mean?

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Dysrhythmia refers to any abnormality in the heart's rhythm, which can include arrhythmias like Atrial Flutter and Atrial Fibrillation.