Electrocardiograms
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Which instrument is used to measure and graph the electrical impulses generated in the heart?

  • Stethoscope
  • Blood pressure monitor
  • Pulse oximeter
  • Electrocardiogram (correct)
  • What does the ECG measure?

  • Oxygen saturation
  • Heart contractions (correct)
  • Blood pressure
  • Temperature
  • How are changes in voltage observed in an ECG?

  • As changes in heart rate
  • As deflections of a line on paper (correct)
  • As changes in body temperature
  • As changes in blood pressure
  • What does the P wave represent in an ECG?

    <p>Depolarization of the atria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the QRS complex represent in an ECG?

    <p>Depolarization of the ventricles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the T wave represent in an ECG?

    <p>Repolarization of the ventricles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which interval is measured from the start of the P wave to the start of the Q wave?

    <p>P-R interval</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which interval is measured from the start of the Q wave to the end of the S wave?

    <p>QRS interval</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which segment is measured from the end of the S segment to the start of the T wave?

    <p>S-T segment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which interval is measured from the start to end of the T wave?

    <p>T interval</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Heart Electrical Activity Measurement

    • An Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) is the instrument used to measure and graph the electrical impulses generated in the heart.

    ECG Functionality

    • The ECG measures the electrical activity of the heart over time, providing insights into heart rhythm, size of chambers, and overall heart health.

    Voltage Changes in ECG

    • Changes in voltage are observed as distinct waves on the ECG graph, indicating depolarization and repolarization phases of the heart's electrical cycle.

    P Wave Representation

    • The P wave represents atrial depolarization, indicating the electrical activation that stimulates the atria to contract.

    QRS Complex Representation

    • The QRS complex represents ventricular depolarization, which is a crucial event as it triggers the ventricles to contract and pump blood.

    T Wave Representation

    • The T wave signifies ventricular repolarization, reflecting the process of the ventricles recovering and preparing for the next heartbeat.

    P-R Interval

    • The P-R interval is measured from the start of the P wave to the start of the Q wave, indicating the time taken for electrical impulses to travel from the atria to the ventricles.

    QRS Interval

    • The QRS interval is measured from the start of the Q wave to the end of the S wave, reflecting the duration of ventricular depolarization.

    S-T Segment

    • The S-T segment is measured from the end of the S wave to the start of the T wave, representing the period of time when the ventricles are between depolarization and repolarization.

    T Wave Interval

    • The T wave interval is measured from the start to the end of the T wave, indicating the duration of ventricular repolarization.

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    Test your knowledge on electrocardiograms and learn how they are used to measure and track the electrical impulses generated by the heart. Understand the difference between voltage changes and heart contractions through this informative quiz.

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