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General Medicine · Cardiology
Sample itemWhat investigation records the electrical activity of the heart?
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The answer and the reasoning
C. Electrocardiogram
The core Cardiology principle makes Electrocardiogram the best answer because it directly explains the stated presentation, investigation, or immediate management priority.
Option by option
A. Echocardiogram only
Echocardiogram only does not fit the requested cardiology conclusion.
B. Spirometry
Spirometry may be relevant in another clinical setting but is not best here.
C. Electrocardiogram (correct)
Correct. Electrocardiogram follows from the crucial clinical clue in the stem.
D. Otoscopy
Otoscopy does not address the underlying finding or indicated action.
Source note: Original NextPrep sample item — pending expert review. This item is original practice material awaiting independent expert review, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.
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