What is the hallmark ECG finding in a patient with third‐degree (complete) AV block?
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Correct answer: No relationship between P waves and QRS complexes
In a third-degree AV block, there is complete dissociation between atrial and ventricular activity; P waves and QRS complexes occur independently.
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