Interpret the following rhythm:
A) Atrial pacing
B) Ventricular pacing
C) Dual-chamber pacing
D) Transcutaneous pacing

Question

Interpret the following rhythm: 
A) Atrial pacing 
B) Ventricular pacing 
C) Dual-chamber pacing 
D) Transcutaneous pacing

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Pacemakers may be used to stimulate the atrium,ventricle,or both chambers (dual-chamber pacemakers).Atrial pacing is used to mimic normal conduction and to produce atrial contraction,thus providing atrial kick.Ventricular pacing stimulates ventricular depolarization and is commonly used in emergency situations or when pacing is required infrequently.Dual-chamber pacing allows for stimulation of both atria and ventricles as needed to synchronize the chambers and mimic the normal cardiac cycle.This is the case in the scenario provided as seen by pacemaker spikes in both the atrial and ventricular position.

Interpret the Following Rhythm