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Which of the following cardiac rhythms is characterized by Sinus Rhythm with Premature Ventricular Contractions (PVCs) and a Triplet/run of Ventricular Tachycardia (VTach)?

A) Atrial Fibrillation
B) Sinus Bradycardia
C) Ventricular Fibrillation
D) Sinus Rhythm with PVCs and VTach

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The correct answer to the question is D) Sinus Rhythm with PVCs and VTach, as it describes a normal sinus rhythm interrupted by premature ventricular contractions and a short episode of ventricular tachycardia.

Step-by-step explanation:

The cardiac rhythm characterized by Sinus Rhythm with Premature Ventricular Contractions (PVCs) and a Triplet/run of Ventricular Tachycardia (VTach) is referred to in the question options as Sinus Rhythm with PVCs and VTach. This rhythm implies that the heart mainly beats with a normal sinus rhythm, but it is interrupted by premature ventricular contractions and occasionally, a rapid succession of VTach beats occurs. Analyzing the options provided, A) Atrial Fibrillation is characterized by an irregular atrial rhythm, B) Sinus Bradycardia is a slow heart rate in sinus rhythm, C) Ventricular Fibrillation is chaotic with no discernible QRS complexes, and D) Sinus Rhythm with PVCs and VTach accurately describes a normal sinus rhythm interspersed with premature ventricular contractions and a brief episode of ventricular tachycardia. Therefore, the correct answer is D) Sinus Rhythm with PVCs and VTach.

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