How is bradycardia usually treated?
a. administration of atropine
b. administration of epinephrine
c. beta blockers, calcium channel blockers, and digitalis
d. Valsalva's maneuvers
A
Sinus bradycardia, a heart rate of 60 bpm or less, can be caused by conditions such as myocardial ischemia, electrolyte imbalances, or heart block. The condition is treated by administration of atropine or insertion of a permanent pacemaker.
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