An EKG, or electrokardiogram (the German spelling is where the abbreviation comes from), measures the electrical activity of the heart. The waves are called P, Q, R, S, T, and occasionally U (an abnormality). The "spike" is called the QRS Complex.
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It is heart monitor or cardiac monitor.
the cardiac electrocardiogram (EKG) tracing. Additional monitoring components allow cardiovascular pressures and cardiac output to be monitored
Cardiac monitors signal the person when conditions fall outside certain peramiters. It can but its primary use is best described on this site http://www.answers.com/topic/cardiac-monitor-surgical-term.
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You have described a cardiac stress test.
There are several websites where someone can purchase an cardiac event monitor. A couple of these sites include Absolute Medical Equipment and Medicomp.
You would need a high school diploma or equivalent to qualify to train as a cardiac monitor technician. You will then undergo a 2 day training course which would culminate in an exam which, if passed, would give you the appropriate qualification certificate.
A good place to look for jobs available in New York would initially be the internet. A quick search for "Cardiac monitor tech" jobs brings up many opportunities with job descriptions and salaries.
A cardiac monitor is used to show the hearts electrical and wave activity. Hospitals use monitors at nurses stations to track a patient's progress. Emergency rooms uses these when a patient comes in having chest pain, shortness of breath, or high blood pressure.
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.
Continuous cardiovascular and pulmonary monitoring allows for prompt identification and initiation of treatment.