Ventricular Fibrillation is a life-threatening arrhythmia characterized by chaotic and extremely rapid electrical activity in the ventricles. The heart rate is unmeasurable as it is chaotic and irregular. No discernible P waves or QRS complexes are present. Instead, the ECG shows irregular fibrillatory waves indicative of the disorganized and ineffective quivering of the ventricles. Immediate medical intervention, such as defibrillation, is crucial to restore a normal rhythm and prevent cardiac arrest. Ventricular Fibrillation is a medical emergency that requires prompt attention and intervention.
Heart Rate: Chaotic and extremely rapid
Rhythm: Chaotic and irregular
P wave: Not applicable
PR Interval: Not applicable
QRS: Chaotic and irregular fibrillatory waves
Ventricular fibrillation (VF) is a life-threatening cardiac arrhythmia characterized by rapid, chaotic contractions of the heart's ventricles, leading to ineffective pumping of blood. Diagnosis is often made in emergency situations, such as sudden cardiac arrest. Electrocardiogram (ECG) is the primary diagnostic tool, revealing the characteristic irregular, rapid waves indicative of ventricular fibrillation. Immediate recognition and intervention are critical for a prompt diagnosis.
Ventricular fibrillation is a medical emergency requiring immediate attention. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) should be initiated promptly to maintain blood circulation. The mainstay of treatment is defibrillation, administered through an automated external defibrillator (AED) or by medical professionals using manual defibrillators.