Principles of Anatomy and Physiology 14e with Atlas of the Skeleton Set (14th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 1-11877-456-6
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Chapter 20 - The Cardiovascular System: The Heart - Figure 20.12 - Page 707: 1

Answer

An enlarged Q wave is usually interpreted by clinicians as an indication of a myocardial infarction.

Work Step by Step

A Q wave is a negative deflection of the QRS complex. An abnormally large Q wave may be an indication of various heart abnormalities such as the three following deficits: 1. Myocardial infarction 2. Ventricular enlargement 3. Altered ventricular conduction
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