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This one is pretty straightforward, but wait a second; Isn't there another rhythm that looks a bit like this? Let's go through our methodical process to make sure we pick the right one:
Is it a tachycardia or a bradycardia?
Yes. The rate is above 100bpm so it's a tachycardia. That's all we can say at this stage. You can't identify any of these just by looking at the rate.
Can we see p waves?
Yes, so this is a sinus rhythm.
Are the QRS's wide or chaotic?
No, so this isn't one of the ventricular rhythms.
Is it shockable?
No, only the two ventricular rhythms are shockable.