Question

An athlete with a resting heart rate of 58 beats/min would have which of the following conditions documented on his or her PPE?

a) Long QT syndrome
b) Tachycardia
c) Bradycardia
d) Aortic stenosis

Answer 1

An athlete with a resting heart rate of 58 beats/min would have the condition known as bradycardia documented on his or her PPE.

The correct answer is option c Bradycardia

Step-by-step explanation:

An athlete with a resting heart rate of 58 beats/min would have the condition known as bradycardia documented on his or her PPE (Preparticipation Physical Evaluation).

Bradycardia is a condition in which the resting heart rate drops below 60 bpm. While trained athletes typically have low heart rates, a resting heart rate below 50 bpm can indicate that the heart is not providing sufficient oxygenated blood to the tissues, resulting in symptoms like weakness, fatigue, dizziness, and chest discomfort.

Bradycardia can be caused by inherent factors such as abnormalities in the heart nodes or external factors like metabolic disorders, electrolyte imbalances, or over-prescription of certain medications. Treatment depends on the underlying cause and may require a pacemaker or other interventions.