SECTION 3
12
Patient Hookup
Correct electrode placement is important for acquiring a successful ECG.
A good minimum-impedance pathway will provide superior noise-free waveforms. Good quality silver-silver
chloride (Ag/AgCl) electrodes should be used.
TIP: Electrodes should be stored in an air-tight container. Electrodes will dry out if not stored properly
which will cause loss of adhesion and conductivity.
To Attach the Electrodes
1.
Expose the arms and legs of the patient to attach the limb leads.
2.
Place the electrodes on flat, fleshy parts of the arms and legs.
3.
Place the electrodes on the inside of each arm (between the wrist and elbow).
4.
Place the electrodes on the inside of each calf (between the ankle and knee).
5.
Place the electrodes at equal distance from the heart and at the same position on each limb.
6.
If a limb site is not available, place the electrodes at an equal distance from the torso, and at an equal
distance on a perfused area of the stump.
7.
Attach the electrodes to the skin. A good test for firm electrode contact is to slightly tug on the electrode to
check adhesion. If the electrode moves freely, it needs to be changed. If the electrode does not move
easily, a good connection has been obtained.
Summary of Contents for ELI 10 Rx
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