great av block explanation

I thought this was very nicely explained. It tells how the heart beats and what the different types of av block are in plain english
http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=4611

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definitions

by Tracey_E - 2009-06-22 11:06:42

bradycardia is a generic term for a low hr, any thing under 60 is usually labeled brady regardless of the cause. So, if you have an av block, you likely have brady. Having brady does not necessarily mean you have sv block, tho, other things can cause it also.

Arrest is when your heart stops suddenly
http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=4481

If you have av block or brady and your hr gets too low, you are at risk of arrest. A pm will prevent it.

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