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A cardiac monitor displays the electrical activity of the heart as a wave pattern on a ______.
A cardiac monitor displays the electrical activity of the heart as a wave pattern on a ______.
monitor screen
Cardiac monitors are essential for detecting life-threatening ______.
Cardiac monitors are essential for detecting life-threatening ______.
arrhythmias
Continuous monitoring of the ECG is vital during the administration of ______.
Continuous monitoring of the ECG is vital during the administration of ______.
anesthesia
The most important physiological parameters monitored are heart rate and the shape of the electrical ______.
The most important physiological parameters monitored are heart rate and the shape of the electrical ______.
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Continuous observation of the fetal heart rate during labor aids in early detection of ______.
Continuous observation of the fetal heart rate during labor aids in early detection of ______.
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Cardiac monitoring is different from hemodynamic monitoring, which assesses pressure and flow within the ______.
Cardiac monitoring is different from hemodynamic monitoring, which assesses pressure and flow within the ______.
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Cardiac monitors are used both in cardiac care and in ______ care units.
Cardiac monitors are used both in cardiac care and in ______ care units.
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Cardiac monitors can range from simple handheld devices to sophisticated patient ______ systems.
Cardiac monitors can range from simple handheld devices to sophisticated patient ______ systems.
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Common-mode interference can be cancelled with a high-input-impedance ______ amplifier.
Common-mode interference can be cancelled with a high-input-impedance ______ amplifier.
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To reject line power noise further, the signal is inverted and driven through the right leg by an ______.
To reject line power noise further, the signal is inverted and driven through the right leg by an ______.
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The frequency range of interest for the ECG is usually around ______ Hz.
The frequency range of interest for the ECG is usually around ______ Hz.
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In the 'monitor' mode, both the low and high frequency components of an ECG are ______.
In the 'monitor' mode, both the low and high frequency components of an ECG are ______.
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Filters after the instrumentation amplifiers remove the ______ signals before digitization.
Filters after the instrumentation amplifiers remove the ______ signals before digitization.
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A separate analog-to-digital converter (ADC) is used for each ______.
A separate analog-to-digital converter (ADC) is used for each ______.
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A microprocessor or digital ______ processor is used to calculate the signal for each lead.
A microprocessor or digital ______ processor is used to calculate the signal for each lead.
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The output from the DSP goes to an LCD display, a hard copy printer, and an RF ______.
The output from the DSP goes to an LCD display, a hard copy printer, and an RF ______.
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The ______ captures the ECG signal and digitizes it.
The ______ captures the ECG signal and digitizes it.
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Cardiac monitors generally operate as 5-, 3-, or ______ lead systems.
Cardiac monitors generally operate as 5-, 3-, or ______ lead systems.
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Electrosurgery machines generate RF signals in a range of ______ MHz.
Electrosurgery machines generate RF signals in a range of ______ MHz.
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The complete input circuit has three main circuit blocks, including a low pass filter for suppressing ______ interference.
The complete input circuit has three main circuit blocks, including a low pass filter for suppressing ______ interference.
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Most cardiac monitors need to recover quickly from a ______ event.
Most cardiac monitors need to recover quickly from a ______ event.
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The essential requirement of AFE includes rejecting interference from strong ______ sources.
The essential requirement of AFE includes rejecting interference from strong ______ sources.
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High voltage protection circuits provide voltage ______ in the presence of defibrillator pulses.
High voltage protection circuits provide voltage ______ in the presence of defibrillator pulses.
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Leads off detection is one of the functions provided by the input ______ used in cardiac monitors.
Leads off detection is one of the functions provided by the input ______ used in cardiac monitors.
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The software recognizes life-threatening cardiac ______ that aid in the automatic analysis of ECG signals.
The software recognizes life-threatening cardiac ______ that aid in the automatic analysis of ECG signals.
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The software automatically identifies and labels the significant features of the ECG ______.
The software automatically identifies and labels the significant features of the ECG ______.
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The heart rate variability (HRV) is analyzed with the online ______ calculator.
The heart rate variability (HRV) is analyzed with the online ______ calculator.
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Portable ECG monitors are now available as personal devices that record a user's cardiac function in a single ______.
Portable ECG monitors are now available as personal devices that record a user's cardiac function in a single ______.
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The pocket-sized device weighs only ______ g and can be used for recording ECG.
The pocket-sized device weighs only ______ g and can be used for recording ECG.
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Cardiac monitoring at central station allows for continual observation of several patients simultaneously, using ______ monitors.
Cardiac monitoring at central station allows for continual observation of several patients simultaneously, using ______ monitors.
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The ADS1298 integrated circuit provides standard 12-lead ECG along with ______ ADC.
The ADS1298 integrated circuit provides standard 12-lead ECG along with ______ ADC.
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The AD8232 is designed to amplify and filter small biopotential signals in the presence of ______ conditions.
The AD8232 is designed to amplify and filter small biopotential signals in the presence of ______ conditions.
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For improving CMR of the line frequencies, the AD8232 includes an amplifier for ______ lead applications.
For improving CMR of the line frequencies, the AD8232 includes an amplifier for ______ lead applications.
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Wired connectivity is the preferred method for connecting to the hospital ______.
Wired connectivity is the preferred method for connecting to the hospital ______.
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Wi-Fi is the most widely used wireless standard in hospitals due to its ______ availability.
Wi-Fi is the most widely used wireless standard in hospitals due to its ______ availability.
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Cardiac monitoring devices working solely on batteries include lower power wireless technologies such as Bluetooth and ______.
Cardiac monitoring devices working solely on batteries include lower power wireless technologies such as Bluetooth and ______.
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The display for cardiac monitors should be minimum for a ______ second period.
The display for cardiac monitors should be minimum for a ______ second period.
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The electrodes used in a cardiac monitor are made of disposable type pre-gelled Ag/AgCl and are used with conductive ______.
The electrodes used in a cardiac monitor are made of disposable type pre-gelled Ag/AgCl and are used with conductive ______.
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Cardiac monitors are similar to conventional oscilloscopes but operate at slower sweep ______.
Cardiac monitors are similar to conventional oscilloscopes but operate at slower sweep ______.
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A heart rate meter in a cardiac monitor indicates the average heart rate in ______ form.
A heart rate meter in a cardiac monitor indicates the average heart rate in ______ form.
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The cardiac monitor includes an ______ system to signal abnormalities in heart rate.
The cardiac monitor includes an ______ system to signal abnormalities in heart rate.
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Most cardiac monitors are designed to be used at the ______.
Most cardiac monitors are designed to be used at the ______.
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Cardiac monitors can also be available as portable units that can operate on storage ______.
Cardiac monitors can also be available as portable units that can operate on storage ______.
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The cardiac monitor provides a visual display of the patient's heart ______, which is vital during heart attacks.
The cardiac monitor provides a visual display of the patient's heart ______, which is vital during heart attacks.
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Most modern cardiac monitors include automatic monitoring of vital signs such as blood ______, temperature, and respiration rate.
Most modern cardiac monitors include automatic monitoring of vital signs such as blood ______, temperature, and respiration rate.
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Study Notes
Cardiac Monitor Introduction
- A cardiac monitor displays the heart's electrical activity as a waveform.
- It continuously monitors heart rate, rhythm, and conduction.
- It is used in cardiac care and intensive care units.
- It's essential for detecting life-threatening arrhythmias.
- Monitors come in various forms, from handheld to sophisticated hospital systems.
Clinical Situations Requiring Continuous Monitoring
- Monitoring during anesthesia helps track patient condition.
- Myocardial infarction (heart attack) patients need continuous monitoring during the critical period to detect arrhythmias.
- Fetal heart rate monitoring during labor helps detect complications.
- Continuous monitoring of ECG and heart rate is important in many other clinical situations.
Principle of Cardiac Monitoring
- Key physiological parameters monitored are heart rate and the shape of the electrical waveform (ECG).
- ECG is the result of the electrical activity in the heart.
Components of a Typical Cardiac Monitor
- Electrodes: Disposable Ag/AgCl electrodes, using conductive gel, to measure ECG signals, with low impedance (<2 kΩ).
- Signal Processing: Amplifier to amplify and display the ECG waveform. LCD screen for display.
- Heart Rate Computation: Calculates and displays the average heart rate numerically with audible or visual alerts.
- Alarm System: Alerts the user or staff in case of abnormal heart rate or other abnormalities.
Cardiac Monitor Operation
- Similar to an oscilloscope but suited for slower sweep speeds to display the ECG.
- Includes memory for continuously displaying the ECG trace.
- Most models are designed for bedside use and are also available as portable units.
- Monitors are designed for convenient viewing from a distance.
Cardiac Monitor Uses
- Cardiac monitors are mounted on anesthesia trolleys to monitor anaesthetized patients.
- Monitors help with visual display of heart rhythm, crucial during heart attacks and cardiac arrhythmia.
- Integrated algorithms identify and label significant features, allowing automatic analysis of ECG signals.
- Many models include measurements of blood pressure, temperature, pulse oximeter, and respiration rate.
- Computers or DSPs analyze ECG waveforms for abnormalities.
Analog Front End (AFE)
- AFEs have similar requirements to ECG machines but differ in the number of leads and signal fidelity.
- Multiple leads are sometimes used but primarily operates in (5,3,or 1) systems.
- It rejects interference, including RF sources, pace signals, respiration signals, and electrical noise.
Input Circuit
- Blocks for cardiac monitors include a low-pass filter, to eliminate RF interference, high-voltage protection circuitry, and more.
Electrosurgery Interference
- Electrosurgery machines generate RF signals that can interfere with cardiac monitors, sometimes inducing signals in the patient.
Common-Mode Rejection Ratio (CMMR)
- CMR is an amplifier's ability to reject common-mode voltages on its two input leads.
- Helps filter out 50/60 Hz line interference from the signal.
Frequency Response
- The frequency range of interest in ECG monitoring is typically 0.05–100 Hz, but can vary depending on the specific application or monitoring requirements.
- Some models offer multiple modes for ECG display (e.g., Monitor/Diagnostic mode).
Pacemaker Signal Detection
- Filters separate pacemaker signals from the ECG, enhancing accuracy in the detection of the patient's heart rhythm.
Multiplexer
- Allows simultaneous sampling of multiple leads (normally 9 electrodes). Multi-lead monitoring is done through multiplexing.
Microprocessor/DSP
- Used to calculate signals for each lead and identify and filter anomalies like pacemaker signal and line noise.
- Processing also displays results and stores data for transmission or viewing.
Software algorithms
- Software in modern devices analyzes ECG signals, automatically identifying and labeling significant features for detecting arrhythmias.
- Calculated values are displayed including heart rate variability (HRV) using a calculator/automated software.
- Some models have portable versions for daily health checks.
Connectivity
- Modern cardiac monitors often feature Ethernet and USB connectivity for networking in hospitals and clinics.
- Wireless options such as Wi-Fi are also used, but higher power consumption is sometimes a constraint.
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This quiz covers the essential aspects of cardiac monitoring, including the functions and importance of cardiac monitors in various clinical situations. It discusses how continuous monitoring plays a critical role in patient care, especially during procedures like anesthesia and for conditions such as myocardial infarction. Get ready to test your knowledge on this vital healthcare topic.
