In Which Ventricular Dysrhythmia Do Three or More PVCs Occur

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Multiple Choice

In which ventricular dysrhythmia do three or more PVCs occur in a row with a ventricular rate greater than 100 bpm?

• A)SVT
• B)Accelerated idioventricular rhythm
• C)Ventricular fibrillation
• D)Ventricular tachycardia

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Definitions:

Stroke Volume

The amount of blood pumped by the left ventricle of the heart in one contraction.

Peripheral Resistance

The resistance to the flow of blood in the peripheral arterial vessels, which largely determines blood pressure levels.

Vasoconstriction

The narrowing of blood vessels, decreasing blood flow.

Blood Pressure

The force exerted by circulating blood on the walls of blood vessels, often measured for health assessments.