Miscellaneous Rhythms Flashcards
(6 cards)
Pulseless Electrical Activity (PEA)
Rhythm is present, but patient has NO PULSE
Asystole (or Ventricular Standstill)
No electrical activity present
ST Elevation
ST segment rises above the isoelectric line
ST Depression
ST segment dips below the isoelectric line
Failure to Sense
Pacer spike does not fall directly before P wave or QRS complex
Failure to Capture
Pacer spike present, but is not followed by a wave form