Torsades de pointes means
A)torsion of the points.
B)twisting of the points.
C)tall,pointy T waves.
D)spiked P waves.

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Torsades de pointes refers to a specific type of ventricular tachycardia characterized by a twisting or turning of the QRS complex around the baseline, resembling a "twisting of the points." It is often associated with a prolonged QT interval on the electrocardiogram. Tall, pointy T waves (choice C) may be seen in conditions such as hyperkalemia or early repolarization syndrome, but are not specific to torsades de pointes. Spiked P waves (choice D) may be seen in conditions such as atrial fibrillation or flutter but are not associated with torsades de pointes.

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