What is the primary pacemaker of the heart?

Practice Questions

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What is the primary pacemaker of the heart?
  1. Atrioventricular node
  2. Bundle of His
  3. Sinoatrial node
  4. Purkinje fibers

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the primary pacemaker of the heart?
  • Step 1: Understand that the heart has a special part that controls its beating.
  • Step 2: This special part is called the sinoatrial (SA) node.
  • Step 3: The SA node is located in the right atrium of the heart.
  • Step 4: The SA node sends electrical signals that make the heart muscles contract.
  • Step 5: These signals start the heartbeat and keep it regular.
  • Step 6: Because it starts the heartbeat, the SA node is called the primary pacemaker of the heart.
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