The rhythm that is produced when multiple disorganized ectopic atrial foci generate electrical activity at a very rapid rate and is irregular is atrial:

A. reentry rhythm.
B. flutter rhythm.
C. response rhythm.
D. fibrillation rhythm.


Answer: D

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