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ECG Monitoring Setup
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ECG Monitoring Setup
The proper application and placement of electrodes is essential for high quality ECG
monitoring. Good contact between the electrode and skin minimizes motion artifact and signal
interference.
The following procedure describes how to monitor a patient’s ECG using 3- and 5-Lead ECG
cables. For information on the application and use on MultiFunction Pads and External
Paddles, which you can also use to monitor ECG, see Chapter 15,
Manual Defibrillation.
To monitor a patient’s ECG using 3- and 5-Lead ECG cables, perform the following steps:
1. Prepare the patient's skin for electrode application:
2.
Apply the electrode pads to the patient.
3.
Connect each lead of the ECG cable to the appropriate electrode.
4.
Insert the patient cable plug into the ECG input connector on the X Series unit.
5. Select the ECG waveforms to be displayed on the waveform trace display screen.
6.
Observe the patient‘s electrocardiogram on the display, and adjust size of the ECG waveform
trace, as necessary.
Preparing the Patient for Electrode Application
The proper application of electrodes is essential for high quality ECG monitoring. Good contact
between the electrode and skin minimizes motion artifact and signal interference.
Before applying electrodes, prepare the patient’s skin, as necessary:
•
Shave or clip excess hair at electrode site.
•
Clean oily skin with an alcohol pad.
•
Rub site briskly to dry.