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Understanding ECG Interpretation and Cardiac Conduction Quiz

#1

Which wave represents atrial depolarization in an ECG?

P wave
Explanation

Atrial depolarization

#2

What does the QRS complex represent in an ECG?

Ventricular depolarization
Explanation

Ventricular depolarization

#3

Which interval on an ECG corresponds to ventricular depolarization?

QRS complex
Explanation

Ventricular depolarization

#4

What is the normal duration of the PR interval in milliseconds?

0.06 - 0.10 s
Explanation

0.06 - 0.10 seconds

#5

What is the normal heart rate range for an adult at rest?

60 - 100 bpm
Explanation

60 - 100 beats per minute

#6

Which segment of the ECG represents the time between ventricular depolarization and repolarization?

ST segment
Explanation

Time between ventricular depolarization and repolarization

#7

What does a prolonged QT interval indicate?

Increased risk of arrhythmias
Explanation

Increased risk of arrhythmias

#8

What does an inverted T wave in an ECG indicate?

Myocardial infarction
Explanation

Myocardial infarction

#9

Which ECG lead is commonly used to diagnose right ventricular hypertrophy?

Lead V1
Explanation

Diagnosing right ventricular hypertrophy

#10

Which lead placement is useful for detecting inferior myocardial infarction?

Lead III
Explanation

Detecting inferior myocardial infarction

#11

Which lead placement provides the best view of the lateral wall of the left ventricle in an ECG?

Lead aVL
Explanation

Lateral wall of the left ventricle view

#12

What does an absence of P waves on an ECG suggest?

Atrial fibrillation
Explanation

Atrial fibrillation

#13

Which condition is associated with a prolonged PR interval on an ECG?

First-degree heart block
Explanation

First-degree heart block

#14

What does the J-point represent on an ECG?

End of the ST segment
Explanation

End of the ST segment

#15

Which lead provides the best view of the septal wall of the left ventricle in an ECG?

Lead V1
Explanation

Septal wall of the left ventricle view

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