You evaluate L.J.'s electrocardiogram (ECG) strip
Name this rhythm, and explain what consequences it could have for L.J.
The rhythm is atrial flutter. You can see flutter waves with varying numbers between the QRS
intervals. The problem with atrial flutter is that the atria are "quivering," or not contracting correctly.
Blood can pool inside the atria, and clot formation might occur.
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