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LeadsThe term "lead" in electrocardiography causes much confusion because it is used to refer to two different things Limb leadsUnipolar vs. bipolar leadsPrecordial leadsClinical lead groups
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Eeach electrode connected to the patient is attached to the lead selector of ECG.This will determine which electrodes are necessary for a particular lead and will connect them to the remainder of the circuit. It can be controlled by the operator or by the microcomputer of the electrocardiograph. It selects one or more leads to be recorded. Source:John.G.Webster
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There are no waves in an electrocardiogram. An electrocardiogram (ECG) is performed by putting electrodes on the body and measuring heart activity directly.
Electrocardiography (ECG or EKG) is the process of recording the electrical activity of the heart over a period of time using electrodes placed on the skin.
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An electrocardiogram technician performs an ECG by attaching electrodes to a patient and then pulling switches on an ECG machine to trace electrical impulses transmitted by the heart. A doctor then inspects these readings to analyze the patient's heart condition.
ECG A portable, limited use electrocardiogram (ECG) recording device (100) is provided for diagnosing cardiac problems. The device (100) includes a cover (102) hingedly connected to a base (104) provided with a pair of spaced apart, tactile-sensing electrodes (117) engageable with the patient's hands (118) during an ECG recording and at least one indicator light (119) signaling a start and finish status of the ECG recording. A circuit (124) is electrically connected to the electrodes (117) and the status indicator light (119) and includes a processor (126) and memory (127) for receiving and storing ECG signals from the patient touching the electrodes (117). The cover (102) has an outer face (105) provided with preprinted mailing information (107) for returning the recording device in a folded, closed position to a location for retroactively analyzing the stored ECG signals. The device (100) may be disposed of following analysis of the stored ECG signals.
On the patient's left side. That's where the majority of the electrodes are. This allows the leads to be draped over as little of the patient as possible and reduces movement. Plus, it allows you to see most of the electrodes in case of any problems.
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An electrocardiogram technician performs an ECG by attaching electrodes to a patient and then pulling switches on an ECG machine to trace electrical impulses transmitted by the heart. A doctor then inspects these readings to analyze the patient's heart condition.