Question

question 5 of 5
what is the rhythm? (select your answer)
torsades de pointes
sinus tachycardia
asystole
ventricular fibrillation

Explanation:

Torsades de Pointes is characterized by a twisting of the QRS complexes around the isoelectric line on an electrocardiogram (ECG), which is depicted in the provided rhythm strip. Sinus Tachycardia has a regular rhythm with normal - shaped QRS complexes. Asystole shows a flat line (no electrical activity). Ventricular Fibrillation has a chaotic, irregular, and undulating baseline without distinct QRS complexes. The pattern in the image matches the classic appearance of Torsades de Pointes.

Answer:

Torsades de Pointes