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Understanding Electrocardiography Waveforms Quiz

#1

Which waveform represents depolarization of the atria in an electrocardiogram (ECG)?

P wave
Explanation

Atrial depolarization.

#2

What does the QRS complex represent in an ECG?

Ventricular depolarization
Explanation

Depolarization of the ventricles.

#3

What does the T wave represent in an ECG?

Ventricular repolarization
Explanation

Repolarization of ventricles.

#4

Which part of the ECG corresponds to the resting state of the heart's electrical activity?

ST segment
Explanation

Resting period between ventricular depolarization and repolarization.

#5

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

0.12 - 0.20 ms
Explanation

Duration of electrical impulse conduction from the atria to the ventricles.

#6

Which ECG lead placement is typically used to assess the lateral wall of the heart?

Lead aVL
Explanation

Lateral wall assessment.

#7

In an ECG, what does a 'sawtooth' pattern typically indicate?

Atrial flutter
Explanation

Atrial flutter rhythm.

#8

Which lead in a 12-lead ECG is used to assess the inferior wall of the heart?

Lead aVF
Explanation

Inferior wall assessment.

#9

Which condition is characterized by a prolonged QT interval on an ECG?

Long QT syndrome
Explanation

Prolonged repolarization of ventricles.

#10

What is the most common cause of ST-segment elevation on an ECG?

Myocardial infarction
Explanation

Heart attack.

#11

What does the presence of peaked T waves on an ECG often indicate?

Hyperkalemia
Explanation

High potassium levels.

#12

Which arrhythmia is characterized by irregularly irregular R-R intervals and no discernible P waves on an ECG?

Atrial fibrillation
Explanation

Irregular heart rhythm.

#13

Which condition is characterized by a 'delta wave' on an ECG?

Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome
Explanation

Accessory pathway in the heart.

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