The nurse is preparing to analyze a patient's electrocardiogram (ECG) rhythm strip. In which order should the nurse complete this analysis? Place the six steps in the correct order
1. Determine rate.
2. Assess P wave.
3. Determine regularity.
4. Identify abnormalities.
5. Assess P-to-QRS relationship.
6. Determine interval durations.
Correct Answer: 1, 3, 2, 5, 6, 4
It is necessary to use a consistent method for ECG analysis. The steps in this process are determining rate, determining regularity, assessing the P wave, assessing the P-to-QRS relationship, determining interval durations, and identifying abnormalities.
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