The nurse is analyzing a client's electrocardiogram tracing. Which of the following complexes is not normally seen on an electrocardiogram tracing?
1. P wave
2. QRS complex
3. T wave
4. U wave
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A U wave is not always seen and can be very small. It can indicate electrolyte imbalance, medication effects, and ischemia. The P wave, QRS complex, and T wave are normally seen in the electrocardiogram tracing.
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