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Ekg Rhythm Strip. One present for each qrs. Denotes a 6 second interval on ekg strip strip is marked by 3 or 6 second tick marks on the top or bottom of the graph paper count the number of qrs complexes occurring within the 6 second interval and then multiply that number by 10. An abnormal ekg strip will not follow the traditional p wave qrs wave and t wave order. What does an abnormal ekg strip look like.
Interpreting ekg rhythm strips step 1 heart rate. What does an abnormal ekg strip look like. Most ekg strips are 6 seconds the graph paper has a marking on the top or bottom to indicate every 3 seconds. The first movement of the ecg tracing usually upwards is the p wave indicating electrical activity that triggers atrial contraction. Methods to determine heart rate the 6 second method. One present for each qrs.
You can also count the large boxes 30 large boxes equal 6 seconds most 12 lead ekgs are 10 seconds long.
One present for each qrs. Interpreting ekg rhythm strips step 1 heart rate. Methods to determine heart rate the 6 second method. Abnormal ekg rhythms are called arrhythmias although sometimes the term dysrhythmias may be used. Most ekg strips are 6 seconds the graph paper has a marking on the top or bottom to indicate every 3 seconds. Ekg rhythms are used to characterize certain heart conditions.