- Asystole EKG Definition and Guide -

Definition of Asystole

Asystole is a flatline EKG. The heart is not functioning. It is an urgent, life-threatening condition that demands immediate medical attention. On an EKG monitor, the EKG tracing will be a flat or nearly flat line.

Asystole EKG Tracing

This tracing is an example of asystole. It is a flat and featureless waveform.

asystole tracing image

Asystole EKG Definition and Guide

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