When an ectopic complex occurs at every other complex, it is called ____.

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The term "bigeminy" refers to a cardiac rhythm in which a normal heartbeat is followed by an ectopic complex (i.e. premature beat) and this pattern repeats every other complex. Option B) "angina" refers to chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart. Option C) "fibrillation" refers to a rapid, uncoordinated contraction of the heart muscle, which can lead to ineffective pumping of blood. Option D) "palpitation" refers to the sensation of an irregular or rapid heartbeat felt by a person.

When an Ectopic Complex Occurs at Every Other Complex, It