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Effects on ECG
Metabolic and drug influences in ECG
Question | Answer |
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Hyperkalemia | Widens QRS Flattens P wave T wave becomes peaked |
Hypokalemia | Flattens or inverts T wave Produces a U wave |
Hypercalcemia | Widens QRS Shortens QT interval |
Hypocalcemia | Prolongs QT interval |
Hypothermia | Elevates ST segment Slows rhythm |
Digitalis | Depresses ST segment Flattens or inverts T wave QT shortens |
Quinidine | QT lengthens T wave flattens or inverts QRS lengthens |
Beta Blockets [ex: Propranolol(Inderal)] | Decreases HR Blunts HR response to exercise |
Nitrates (nitroglycerin) | Increases HR |
Antiarrhythmic Agents | May prolong QRS and QT intervals |