| Rate | unattainable |
| P wave | may be present, but obscured by ventricular waves |
| QRS | not apparent |
| Conduction | chaotic electrical activity |
| Rhythm | chaotic electrical activity |
This dysrhythmia results in the absence of cardiac output.
Almost always occurs with serious heart disease, especially acute MI.
The course of treatment for ventricular fibrillation includes:
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