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Assuming normal anatomic lead placement, monitoring which of the following leads would be most sensitive for detecting atrial dysrhythmias?
a) Lead I
b) Lead II
c) Lead III
d) V1
e) aVF
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Assuming normal anatomic lead placement, monitoring which of the following leads would be most sensitive for detecting atrial dysrhythmias?
a) Lead I
b) Lead II
c) Lead III
d) V1
e) aVF
Answer b.
In the normally situated heart and with normal lead placement, lead II is most sensitive for detecting atrial and P wave activity. The anterior leads (V leads) are most sensitive for ventricular rhythm anomalies or ischemia.