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ECG Procedure Evaluation Quiz

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What is the purpose of clipping excess hair on the patient's body?

To make the patient more relaxed during the procedure

To ensure the electrodes adhere properly to the skin (correct)

To improve the patient's comfort

To prevent the patient from shivering or trembling

How should the patient be positioned for the ECG?

Lying on their side

Sitting upright in the bed

Kneeling on the bed

Lying in the supine position (correct)

What should be done if the ECG is not entered electronically?

Label the ECG with the patient's details (correct)

Inform the appropriate staff that the ECG is complete

Document the procedure in the patient's notes

Leave the ECG unmarked

What is the first step in preparing the procedure equipment for an ECG?

Check the patient's medical record for the ECG order Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of raising the bed to elbow height?

To make it easier for the nurse to reach the patient Signup and view all the answers

What should be done after performing the ECG?

Inform the appropriate staff that the procedure is complete Signup and view all the answers

What should the nurse do if the patient's bed is too narrow?

Place the patient's hands under their buttocks Signup and view all the answers

Which color-coded lead wire should be attached to the right leg?

Green or RL Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of exposing the patient's arms and legs during the ECG procedure?

To allow the nurse to easily access the electrode sites Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step that should be taken before performing the ECG?

Lower the bed height Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of labeling the ECG with the patient's details?

To ensure the ECG is correctly associated with the patient Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not mentioned as a step in the ECG procedure?

Measure the patient's temperature Signup and view all the answers

Where should the V1 electrode be placed?

Fourth intercostal space at right sternal border Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the most important step in the ECG procedure?

Performing hand hygiene Signup and view all the answers

At what position should the V6 electrode be placed?

Fifth intercostal space at mid-axillary line, level with V4 Signup and view all the answers

What should be done after applying all the lead electrodes?

Make sure the paper speed is set to 25 m/second and machine is at full voltage Signup and view all the answers

What should be done when the 12-lead ECG recording is finished?

Remove the electrodes and clean the patient's skin if necessary Signup and view all the answers

Where should the V4 electrode be placed?

Fifth intercostal space at left mid-clavicular line Signup and view all the answers