Keyterms Part 4

Question 1

Cardiac cycle

Answer 1

The sequence that makes up a complete heartbeat

Question 2

Depolarization

Answer 2

Contraction of the heart

Question 3

Dysrhythmia

Answer 3

Irregularity in heart rhythm

Question 4

Echocardiography

Answer 4

Procedure that tests the structure and function of the heart through sound waves

Question 5

Electrocardiography

Answer 5

The process to reflect the electrical impulses by the heart

Question 6

Electrocardiogram

Answer 6

The tracing made by an electrocardiograph

Question 7

Electrode

Answer 7

Sensor that detects electrical activity

Question 8

Holter monitor

Answer 8

Device to record the hearts electrical activity overtime