Definition of «dysrhythmia»

Dysrhythmia refers to an abnormal or irregular heartbeat. It is a condition in which the heart's rhythm is disrupted, causing it to beat too fast, too slow, or irregularly. Dysrhythmias can be caused by various factors such as genetic predisposition, electrolyte imbalances, medications, stress, or other medical conditions. They can range from mild and temporary to severe and life-threatening. Treatment for dysrhythmia may include lifestyle changes, medication, or in some cases, surgery.

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The patient experienced cardiac dysrhythmia, leading to a rapid and irregular heartbeat.
The doctor ordered an electrocardiogram (ECG) to monitor the patient's dysrhythmia.
The nurse administered medication to control the dysrhythmia and stabilize the patient's heart rate.
The patient's dysrhythmia was successfully treated with cardioversion, restoring a normal heart rhythm.
The paramedics identified the dysrhythmia during the emergency call and initiated immediate resuscitation measures.

Sentences with «dysrhythmia»

Gastric enlargement forces the diaphragm into the chest, decreasing lung volume, and also compresses the blood return to the heart, which decreases cardiac output and cardiac dysrhythmias occur. (bouvierhealthfoundation.org)
Operates complex cardiac monitoring systems, including ECG rhythm screens, computerized dysrhythmia detection system, and rhythm strip printers (jobhero.com)
As an entrepreneur, you likely travel a lot, and you already know that jet lag (which science geeks call «flight dysrhythmia») can cause all kinds of unpleasant symptoms: insomnia, loss of appetite, depressed mood, upset stomach, fatigue and mental fuzziness, to name a few. (entrepreneur.com)
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