Sinus Bradycardia EKG Interpretation with Rhythm Strip

EKG Features

Rate: Slow (< 60 bpm)
Rhythm: Regular
P Wave: Normal
PR Interval: Normal (0.12-0.20 sec)
QRS: Normal (0.06-0.10 sec)
The locus of stimulation is the same as normal sinus rhythm, just now the rate will be less than 60 bpm.
Sinus bradycardia is a sinus rhythm of under 60 beats per minute. It is normal in children, in well-conditioned athletes and other healthy people. It also occurs naturally during sleep. Severe sinus bradycardia is a type of sick sinus syndrome.
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Sinus Bradycardia EKG Interpretation Example

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Authors, Reviewers and Developers EKG rhythms classes: Thomas O'Brien.
EKG monitor simulation: Steve Collmann
12 Lead Lecture: Dr. Michael Mazzini, MD, Cardiologist.
Spanish EKG: Breena R. Taira, MD, MPH
Medical review: Dr. Jonathan Keroes, MD, Cardiologist,
Dr. Barbara Erickson, PhD, RN, CCRN.
EKG tracings review: Dr. Pedro Azevedo, MD, Cardiology
Last Update: 11/10/2022




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