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.This patient's pacemaker is stimulating the ventricles.Dual-chamber pacing allows for stimulation of both atria and ventricles as needed to synchronize the chambers and mimic the normal cardiac cycle.There is no evidence of a dual pacemaker since the atrial spike is not seen on the ECG strip.Transcutaneous pacing is accomplished via skin electrodes.

Interpret the Following Rhythm