Which of the following statements about agonal rhythm and asystole is false?

A. Both rhythms are life threatening and require basic and advanced life support.
B. In both rhythms, the patient will be unconscious.
C. Both rhythms are considered flat-line rhythms.
D. Both rhythms have an absence of P waves.


Answer: C

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