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Which of the following phenomena is associated with Sinus Rhythm, Premature Ventricular Contractions (PVCs), and R-on-T phenomenon?

A) Atrial Fibrillation
B) Ventricular Fibrillation
C) Sinus Rhythm with PVCs and R-on-T Phenomenon
D) Atrial Flutter

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Final answer:

The correct answer is C) Sinus Rhythm with PVCs and R-on-T Phenomenon, which refers to the usual rhythm of the heart combined with additional beats originating from the ventricles and the occurrence of a PVC on the T wave of the preceding heart beat.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct answer to the question is C) Sinus Rhythm with PVCs and R-on-T Phenomenon.

Sinus rhythm is the normal rhythmic beating of the heart, established by the sinoatrial (SA) node, which acts as the heart's pacemaker. Premature Ventricular Contractions (PVCs) are extra heartbeats that originate in one of the ventricles and disrupt the normal heart rhythm. They are considered to be a form of ventricular arrhythmia. The R-on-T phenomenon occurs when a PVC falls on the T wave of the preceding beat, which is considered a potentially dangerous situation as it can lead to more serious arrhythmias such as ventricular tachycardia or ventricular fibrillation.

The question involves cardiac electrical activity and arrhythmia types, with choices referring to other forms of arrhythmias, such as Atrial Fibrillation and Atrial Flutter, which do not pertain to the scenario described. Thus, a diagnosis such as Atrial Fibrillation or Atrial Flutter would not be associated with this particular combination of cardiac events.

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