What are the distinguishing characteristics of junctional escape rhythm?

A. The P waves cannot be identified, there is chaotic electrical activity, and f waves may be seen.
B. The rhythm is irregular, the P wave is inverted, and the P wave may immediately precede or follow the QRS complex.
C. The rhythm is regular; the P wave may occur before, during, or after the QRS; and the P wave is inverted.
D. The P wave may occur simultaneously with the T wave or may occur before, during, or after the QRS complex.


Answer: C

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