Chapter 5: ECG
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Attaching the ECG Leads to the Patient
Figure 5.1: Attach the Electrodes to the Patient
Make sure that the alligator clips and banana plugs on the ECG leads are thoroughly cleaned and dry before
attaching to the patient. If the alligator clip and the banana plugs are dirty, ECG signal quality may be
compromised.
To attach the ECG leads to the patient, position three alligator clips in the standard configuration. White for right
arm, black for left arm, and red for left leg (see figure 5.1), or position leads on chest to decrease motion artifact,
or to monitor large animals (see figure 5.1).
If necessary, moisten the sites lightly with isopropyl alcohol. Do not use betadyne.
Attaching the Patient
NOTE: Follow institutional standards when applying ECG electrodes.
NOTE: The ECG cable uses a standard AAMI three-lead or five-lead ECG connector. Use only standard
AAMI three-lead or five-lead ECG wires.
NOTE: The ECG patient circuit is electrically isolated.
NOTE: The monitor is protected against damage from defibrillator, diathermy, and electrocautery
discharge.
NOTE: To remove the ECG cable, grip the connector and pull back firmly. DO NOT pull on the ECG cable to
remove the ECG connector from the monitor.
Connect the ECG cable to the monitor. Align the key on the monitor’s ECG receptacle with the notch in the ECG
connector. Push the connector firmly into the receptacle.
WARNING! Electrodes of dissimilar metals should not be used.
CAUTION! Ensure conductive parts, including electrodes, of the patient cable do not come in contact
with any conductive surfaces or earth parts.
Connect the ECG leads, then connect the leads to the ECG cable. Ensure the leads are in the correct ECG cable
position. The ECG leads and patient cable connector are color-coded according to the AAMI standard for ECG
leads.
