You are recording an ECG for a patient at a wellness clinic. The patient appears to be in good health and has no obvious signs or symptoms of heart trouble. A portion of the ECG tracing is shown below. What are your conclusions?

A. Accelerated junctional rhythm
B. Sinus tachycardia
C. Normal sinus rhythm
D. Junctional tachycardia


Answer: A

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