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Yes, monitoring the ECG after an unexpected collapse is essential as it helps identify any underlying cardiac issues, arrhythmias, or ischemic changes that may have contributed to the event. Continuous ECG monitoring can provide critical information for appropriate management and intervention. Additionally, it assists in assessing the patient's response to treatment and guides further diagnostic evaluations.
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Lab test to monitor for digoxin therapy?
ECG
Why is an ECG a important medical tool?
They can record the heart monitor as a trace in this ecg
Nursing responsibilities in administering injection streptokinase?
ECg MONITOR bleeding, bradycardia
Does a transtelephonic monitor transmit an ecg over the internet?
No because the infortimation can be seen by other people
What are the names of the ECG leads used to monitor heart activity?
The names of the ECG leads used to monitor heart activity are the standard limb leads (I, II, III, aVR, aVL, aVF) and the precordial leads (V1, V2, V3, V4, V5, V6).
What do ECG waves represent in the context of cardiac health?
ECG waves represent the electrical activity of the heart, showing how it beats and functions. They can help diagnose heart conditions and monitor cardiac health.
Where can i buy a cardiac monitor for home use?
It sounds like you're looking for a handheld ECG/EKG monitor. While these can be hard to find in retail storefronts, there are a number of websites that sell them direct to consumers. For example, the following model is available through Amazon Marketplace: http://www.amazon.com/OMRON-Omron-Portable-ECG-Monitor/dp/B001FXQQYA
What preparation is necessary prior to a cardiac blood pool scan?
No changes in diet or medication are necessary. An ECG will probably be done before the test.
Are all ECGS conclusion of any heart problems?
The ECG is to monitor the hearts rhythm and determine if their are any problems due to the waves.
What is the machine called when your flat lined?
The machine I believe you are referring to is called a "heart monitor" or ECG/EKG (Electro-Cardiogram) monitor and the medical term for "flat lined" is asystole (A-sis-tool-lee).
What is a multiparameter patient monitor?
Multiparameter is a modern medicinal equipment used to know the: * Cardiac activities * ECG pulse rate * Oxygen saturation
How an ECG is obtained from a patient?
An ECG is obtained from a patient with a few (Possibly 6 or 8) Sticky pads, that are connected to the wires, connected to the ECG itsself, that are stuck onto the body in different places. These can read the heartrate and record it onto the ECG monitor and they will be printed off by a special printer.
