Sinus exit block and sinus arrest result in similar ECG tracings. The distinguishing factor is that in sinus exit block, the:
A. pause duration is a multiple of the R-R or P-P interval.
B. pause duration is usually greater than 6 seconds.
C. QRS is slightly wider than normal.
D. P waves are inverted or entirely absent.
Answer: A
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