Context and Definition

Definition

Bradycardia is defined as a heart rate of less than 60 beats per minute.

Types of bradycardia

• Sinus bradycardia
• Sinus arrest
• Junctional bradycardia
• Atrioventricular blocks:
  • First degree
  • Second degree (Mobitz types I and II)
  • Third degree (complete heart block)