In Pacing, Rate Modulation Refers to _____

question 15

Multiple Choice

In pacing, rate modulation refers to _____.

• A) the ability of a pacemaker to recognize and respond to intrinsic electrical activity
• B) the minimum level of electrical current needed to consistently depolarize the myocardium
• C) the ability of a pacemaker to increase the pacing rate in response to physical activity or metabolic demand
• D) a pacing lead with a single electrical pole at the distal tip of the pacing lead through which the stimulating pulse is delivered.

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