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*Non-Critical Rhythms RN

Scott Brickner

Created on October 11, 2025

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Non-Critical Rhythms

RN Practice Module

Instructions

  • This is a review for Non-critical rhythms and interventions, which includes:
    • Critical rhythms with interventions
    • Non-critical rhthms with interventions
    • ACLS/BLS questions
    • General nursing assessment/interventions
  • Each question is timed to help keep you on track since the actual exam is timed.
  • This is meant to be a review, some incorrect answers will have review feedback to help.
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  • SR w/ PJCs
  • SR w/ PACs
  • SR w/ 1st AVB
  • PJC
  • None
  • PAC
  • 0.06-0.08
  • 0.10-0.12
  • 0.14-0.16
  • 0.14-0.18
  • 0.10-0.13
  • 0.20-0.24
  • 60-70
  • 90-100
  • 120-130
  • Regular-ish?
  • Irregular
  • Regularly Irregular
  • Regular
  • Irregular
  • UTA

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Which rhythm originates from the Sinoatrial (SA) Node?
  • B
  • A
  • Both
  • Neither
Which of these rhythms considered a critical finding?
  • Neither
  • Both
  • A
  • B
Which rhythm could be a result of stress, anxiety, or a fever?
  • B
  • A
  • Both
  • Neither
What is the expected rate range for Accelerated Junctional Rhythm?

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  • 60-100 bpm
  • 40-60 bpm
  • 20-40 bpm
  • > 100 bpm
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Anticipate possible amiodarone order
Ensure adequate intravenous access
No acute interventions required
Check patient, BLS survey

Answers

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Assess patient, Obtain vital signs
Immediately call a CODE BLUE
Prepare adenosine for IVP
Review electrolytes
Notify provider and/or RRT depending on condition/setting

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  • ST
  • NSR w/ 1st AVB
  • JR
  • None
  • PAC
  • PVC
  • 0.06-0.08
  • 0.10-0.12
  • 0.14-0.16
  • 0.14-0.20
  • 0.10-0.13
  • 0.22-0.24
  • 120-125
  • 65-75
  • 90-100
  • Regular
  • Irregular
  • Regularly Irregular
  • Regular
  • Irregular
  • Absent

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Which rhythm originates from the Sinoatrial (SA) Node?
  • A
  • B
  • Both
  • Neither
If new onset, what is the priority intervention for BOTH rhythms?
  • Assess patient/Check vitals
  • Notify Provider
  • Code Blue
  • Urgent Cardioversion
Your patient is currently receiving Amiodarone 400mg BID, you are scheduled to give another dose. Which rhythm would you discuss this medication with the provider?
  • A
  • B
  • Both
  • Neither
Which of these rhythms is the best treatment option Adenosine?

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  • Neither
  • A
  • B
  • Both

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Anticipate possible plan for cardioversion
Ensure adequate intravenous access
No acute interventions required
Check patient, BLS survey

Answers

Assess patient, Obtain vital signs
Immediately call a CODE BLUE
Prepare adenosine for IVP
Review electrolytes
Notify provider and/or RRT depending on condition/setting
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  • Regular
  • Irregular
  • UTA
  • 2nd AVB, Type II
  • SR w/ PACs
  • 3rd AVB
  • None
  • PAC
  • PVC
  • 0.06-0.08
  • 0.10-0.12
  • 0.14-0.16
  • 0.20-0.24
  • 0.10-0.13
  • 0.26-0.30
  • 70-90
  • 45-65
  • 95-115
  • Irregular-ish?
  • Regular
  • Regularly Irregular

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Keck Medicine of USC

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Which rhythm is suggestive of a conduction issue at or around the AV node?
  • B
  • A
  • Both
  • Neither
Which of these rhythms can result in a decrease in preload due to loss of atrial kick?
  • A
  • B
  • Both
  • Neither
After receiving an mitral valve repair, your patient is being evaluated for permanent pacemaker. Which rhythm would you expect to encounter?
  • Both
  • A
  • B
  • Neither
Long term outcomes show maintaining Atrial Fibrillation heart rates _______ reduce morbity/mortality.

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  • < 110 bpm
  • < 60 bpm
  • < 130 bpm
  • < 150 bpm
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  • UTA
  • Irregular
  • Regular
  • AF with run of VT
  • AF with run of RVR
  • AF with PACs
  • Run of VT
  • Run of ST
  • Run of RVR
  • 0.06-0.08
  • 0.10-0.12
  • 0.14-0.16
  • UTA
  • 0.10-0.13
  • 0.20-0.24
  • 60-80
  • 90-110
  • 120-140
  • Irregular
  • Regular
  • Regularly Irregular

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This patient initially presents with what rhythm?

This patient progresses to what rhythm?

What is your priority action?

Atropine 0.5mg

NSR w/ 1st AVB

NSR w/ 1st AVB

Epi 1mg

2nd AVB, Type I

2nd AVB, Type I

External Pacing

2nd AVB, Type II

2nd AVB, Type II

Code Blue

3rd AVB

3rd AVB

Sinus Arrhythmia

Sinus Arrhythmia

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  • UTA
  • Irregular
  • Regular
  • Agonal
  • Asystole
  • Idioventricular
  • None
  • PVC
  • PJC
  • 0.40-0.44
  • 0.10-0.12
  • UTA
  • UTA
  • 0.10-0.13
  • 0.20-0.24
  • UTA
  • 10-20
  • 50-60
  • Irregular
  • Regular
  • Regularly Irregular

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Anticipate possible plan for cardioversion, if new
Ensure adequate intravenous access
No acute interventions required
Check patient, BLS survey

Answers

Assess patient, Obtain vital signs
Immediately call a CODE BLUE
Anticipate possible order for antiarrhthmics
Review electrolytes
Notify provider and/or RRT depending on condition/setting

00:59

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This patient initially presents with what rhythm?

This patient progresses to what rhythm?

What is your priority action?

Atropine 1mg

AFib

AFib

JR

VT

Epi 1mg

Accelerated JR

Asystole

Cardioversion

NSR

RRT

SVT

VFib

VFib

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  • None
  • PAC
  • PVC
  • 0.06-0.08
  • 0.10-0.12
  • 0.14-0.16
  • UTA
  • 0.10-0.13
  • 0.20-0.24
  • 210-230
  • 150-170
  • 90-120
  • Regular
  • Irregular
  • Regularly Irregular
  • SVT
  • Aflutter
  • VT
  • UTA
  • Regular
  • Irregular

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Resources

  • 2025 RN ECG REVIEW
    • Click Here to be directed to HealthStream for the entire Guided ECG Review Course
  • Standardized Procedure #3: Standardized Procedure for Emergency Care and Arrhythmia Treatment
  • NA 10-129A: ECG Monitoring
  • Additional Resources for Review:
    • Life in the Fast Lane - EKG Library
    • EKG Academy
    • Scott Brickner, NPD Practitioner

Thank you so much!

  • You can access the optional resources in your HealthStream to complete any further review as needed.
  • Good Luck on your ECG Exam!
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