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-As you see, at least knowledge of [[Rate|heart rate]] and [[P wave morphology]] are necessary to determine the rhythm. Still, we have put Rhythm as step 1 as it is of such importance in the interpretation of the ECG. Also, arrhythmias include the most lifethreatening ECG abnormalities. In most settings however, the rhythm will be sinus rhythm in the vast majority of ECGs.
+As you see, at least knowledge of [[Rate|heart rate]] and [[P wave morphology]] are necessary to determine the rhythm. Still, we have put Rhythm as step 1 as it is of such importance in the interpretation of the ECG, as arrhythmias include the most lifethreatening ECG abnormalities. In most settings however, the rhythm will be sinus rhythm in the vast majority of ECGs.
 If the rhythm is not sinus rhythm, the '''[[arrhythmias|arrhytmias algorithm]]''' should be followed.