An Extended Period of Time Between the P Wave and the QRS

question 6

Multiple Choice

An extended period of time between the P wave and the QRS complex may indicate which of the following?

• A) The signal is taking too long to get to the AV node.
• B) The signal is traveling too quickly to the AV node.
• C) Ventricular contraction is taking longer than usual.
• D) Ventricular contraction is faster than usual.
• E) The atria are not contracting.

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