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Nodal Rhythm (Noun)

Meaning

The normal cardiac rhythm when the heart is controlled by the atrioventricular node.

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Examples

  • A normal cardiac rate and nodal rhythm can be observed on the electrocardiogram of a healthy individual.
  • In certain medical conditions the atrioventricular node assumes control of the heart and initiates a nodal rhythm.
  • During cardiac arrest the emergency physician may use cardiopulmonary resuscitation to re-establish a nodal rhythm.
  • If the sinoatrial node fails to function properly it may result in a nodal rhythm or abnormal cardiac rhythm.
  • The nurse closely monitored the electrocardiogram tracing to identify a return to a normal nodal rhythm after the administration of certain medications.

Synonyms

  • Atrioventricular Nodal Rhythm

Hypernyms

  • Cardiac Rhythm
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