Nikolas
Created page with "An '''escape rhythm''' is a "backup rhythm" produced by the heart if the SA node fails to conduct impulses, either temporarily or permanently. To maintain cardiac output, another pacemaker focus in the heart takes over, and the resulting rhythm is called an escape rhythm. The focus with the highest frequency will be the dominant focus. Many foci can be the origin of an escape rhythm, usually The rate and morphology of the escape rhythm depends on where it originates..."