A Pacemaker Is Connected to an External Temporary Pulse Generator

question 29

Multiple Choice

A pacemaker is connected to an external temporary pulse generator.The sensitivity control

• A) determines heart rate to muscle activity.
• B) determines the milliamperes needed to achieve capture.
• C) regulates the ability of the pacemaker to detect the heart's intrinsic electrical activity.
• D) allows for selection of intervals between atria and ventricles.

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Definitions:

Respiratory Cycle

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Potential Respiratory Distress

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Oral Trauma

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