Which dysrhythmia confirms death?
a. Asystole (absence of heart activity)
b. Pulseless electrical activity
c. Ventricular fibrillation
d. Ventricular tachycardia
A
Asystole is a dysrhythmia that commonly serves as a confirmation of death. Pulseless electrical activity, ventricular fibrillation, and ventricular tachycardia are potentially lethal dysrhythmias that may respond to treatment.
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