The Importance of the Electrocardiogram and Holter Monitor in the Cardiovascular System Instructions The standard EKG consists of 10 sensors that record 12 leads of the heart’s electrical activity from
The Importance of the Electrocardiogram and Holter Monitor in the Cardiovascular System
Instructions
The standard EKG consists of 10 sensors that record 12 leads of the heart’s electrical activity from different angles, allowing for a thorough three-dimensional interpretation of its activity. This is transmitted by the electrodes to the equipment to be interpreted and is used to diagnose cardiac medical conditions. In case of an abnormal EKG, the second step would be to use a Holter monitor.
How would you explain to your classmates how to perform an EKG (steps)?
Where will you place the electrodes when performing and EKG? Why?
are the different lead types, connections, and placements?
When you conclude an EKG, what are the different components that you need to observe and confirm before you disconnect the patient? Can you explain the difference between normal, abnormal, and artifacts?
is a Holter monitor? Under what circumstances would one be ordered for a patient?
How do you use a Holter monitor?
Educate a patient: you will do before, during, and after an electrocardiogram or using a Holter monitor?
List 5 medical cardiac conditions or diseases that you can diagnose with an electrocardiogram or Holter monitor.
