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ECG Lead placement used in large animals
ECG Lead placement used in large animals
Negative lead = Left jugular groove Positive lead = Left thorax caudal to olecranon Ground lead = Left side of withers
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Transverse facial artery = ventral to the facial crest Digital artery = over the palmar/plantar and lateral or medial aspects of the fetlock or pastern Facial artery = most frequent - overlying the ventral border of the ramus of the mandible
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Halter with chain and lead shank = Commonly used when handling stallions Stocks/chute with head restraint = A good restraint method if minimal movement is required Hobbles = Put on equid legs can keep them from moving while still allowing them to eat grass Twitch = Made of soft rope can be wrapped around the end of the animals nose to keep it still
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Study Notes
ECG Lead Placement in Large Animals
- In large animals, specific ECG lead placement is crucial for accurate electrocardiogram readings
- The placement of leads is matched to the animal's size and species to ensure optimal signal quality
- There are three types of leads used in large animal ECGs: bipolar, unipolar, and augmented unipolar
- Bipolar leads measure the difference in potential between two points on the body
- Unipolar leads measure the difference in potential between one point on the body and a neutral point
- Augmented unipolar leads are a combination of bipolar and unipolar leads, providing more detailed information
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This quiz covers the proper technique and placement of ECG leads when working with large animals. Test your knowledge on positioning the leads correctly for accurate readings.