A sinus rhythm with a heart rate ranging from 100 to 150 bpm is called:
a. sinus bradycardia c. fibrillation
b. flutter d. tachycardia
D
Tachycardia, a heart rate of 100 to 150 bpm, can have a variety of causes, including exercise, emotional stress, fever, medications, excessive caffeine intake, and tobacco use. This condition may disappear spontaneously or may be treated with prescribed medications.
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