A heart rate of 60 bpm or less is called:
a. ectopic beat c. flutter
b. sinus bradycardia d. asymptomatic bradycardia
B
Sinus bradycardia, which is a heart rate of 60 bpm or less, can be caused by conditions such as myocardial ischemia, electrolyte imbalances, or heart block.
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