What term is used to identify the period that follows depolarization of the myocardium and represents a period during which no new cardiac potential can be propagated?
A) Absolute refractory
B) Hyperpolarization
C) Resting
D) Threshold

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The absolute refractory period is the time during which the myocardium cannot be re-excited, following depolarization, ensuring that the heart muscle has time to contract and relax before the next impulse.

What Term Is Used to Identify the Period That Follows