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Tachycardia is a heart rate that exceeds the normal range. A heart rate over 100 beats per minute is generally accepted as tachycardia. Tachycardia can be caused by various factors which often are benign. However, tachycardia can be dangerous depending on the speed and type of rhythm.
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What is an unormal heart rate?
A heart rate that is over one hundred beats per minute is called tachycardia. There are several types of tachycardia, but the most common and least dangerous one is sinus tach. If you really wanted to get more information on this you should try doing some research on SVT (supra-ventricular tachycardia), and ventricular tachycardia.
Why is it important for one's heart rate to return back to a resting heart rate fast after exercise?
You would have sinus tachycardia a condition where less blood is pumped around the body by the heart For more info google sinus tachycardia
Can a fast heart rate have anything to do with the thyroid?
hyperthyroidism or thyroiditis can cause tachycardia, or rapid heart rate.
Is it normal to have a heart rate of 106 while laying down?
106 is tachycardia, or a fast heart rate. That is higher than normal and usually indicative of poorer health. Unless, of course, the person who has it is exercising at the time. The heart rate goes up dramatically during exercise. It should return to between 60 -80 after exercise.
What effect does atropine have on heart rate?
Ventricular fibrillation, and supraventricular or ventricular tachycardia.
What is an unormal heart rate?
A heart rate that is over one hundred beats per minute is called tachycardia. There are several types of tachycardia, but the most common and least dangerous one is sinus tach. If you really wanted to get more information on this you should try doing some research on SVT (supra-ventricular tachycardia), and ventricular tachycardia.
What is the difference between palpitation and tachycardia?
Palpitation is feeling ones own heart beat. The heart rate can be normal, increased or even reduced. Tachycardia on the other hand is increased heart rate. It may or may not be associated with palpitation. Heart rate above 100 beats per min is tachycardia
You have tachycardia your rate is around 96 is this ok?
A heart rate of 96 is not tachycardia. By definition tachycardia is a rate above 100. However a heart rate of 96 is high. Its probably not something your doctor will treat but worthwhile getting it checked out.
What is tachycardia heart disease?
Tachycardia is an excessive heart rate, more than 100 beats/minute.
Is tachycardia fast heart rate?
yes.
What is the relation between the tachycardia and tachypnea?
Tachycardia is an increase in heart rate while tachypnea is an increase in the rate of breathing
What is preventricular tachycardia?
Preventricular tachycardia is elevated heart rate the originates above the AV node.
Why is it important for one's heart rate to return back to a resting heart rate fast after exercise?
You would have sinus tachycardia a condition where less blood is pumped around the body by the heart For more info google sinus tachycardia
Can a fast heart rate have anything to do with the thyroid?
hyperthyroidism or thyroiditis can cause tachycardia, or rapid heart rate.
What would tachycardia be for a 14 year old girl?
Tachycardia is an increased heart rate. Increased heart rates can be caused by exercise, illicit drugs, hormonal changes, or an electrical malfunction with the heart itself. When a person experiences tachycardia of unknown origins you need to consult a physician.
What is the difference between sinus tachycardia and inappropriate sinus tachycardia?
Inappropriate sinus tachycardia is a rapid heart rate at rest. The heart rate is more than 100 BPM. If the heart rate is more than 100 BPM less blood fills the coronary arteries so the less energy the heart has. Inappropriate sinus tachycardia needs treatment if the heart rate does not slow down with rest. It is only really a problem at rest. Sinus tachycardia is similar to Inappropriate sinus tachycardia. Sinus tachycardia is where the heart rate goes more than 100 BPM. It is normal for it to occur during excerise. Its only at rest it is classed as Inappropriate sinus tachycardia. How it can happen: 1) ST = sinus tachycardia is caused by increased sympathetic imput to the hearts pacemakers. The rythme of the heart is even and regular. Physical activity, Electric shock ( Inappropriate sinus tachycardia or sometimes V-fibb) Drugs These are things that can increases heart rate
A faster-than-normal heart rate is called?
tachycardia
