Reentry dysrhythmias occur as a result of which of the following situations?

A. Ventricular preexcitation
B. Ectopic foci originating in the ventricles
C. An abnormal electrical conduction pathway between an atrium and a ventricle
D. A blockage or short circuit in the normal electrical conduction pathway

Answer: D

Health Professions

You might also like to view...

When are model codes enforceable?

A. When the draft committee finalizes the details B. Only when the fire code official recommends their use C. When stakeholders vote and pass the code requirements D. Only when the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) adopts them

Health Professions

All of the following are signs and symptoms of cardiac pericardial tamponade EXCEPT:

A. diminished breath sounds. B. muffled heart sounds. C. distention of the jugular veins. D. narrowing pulse pressure.

Health Professions