Which of the Following Best Explains the Mechanism Called Irritability

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best explains the mechanism called irritability?

• A)The ventricles repolarize before they are ready.
• B)The normal pacemaker slows down and gives up control.
• C)A lower pacemaker site speeds up to take control of the heart.
• D)The normal pacemaker changes its inherent rate.

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