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What is the main purpose of placing electrodes on specific areas of the body in an ECG?
What is the main purpose of placing electrodes on specific areas of the body in an ECG?
- To detect the electrical signals produced by the heart (correct)
- To monitor respiratory rate
- To measure blood pressure levels
- To record brain activity
Why is it important for the patient to stay still during an ECG test?
Why is it important for the patient to stay still during an ECG test?
- To reduce anxiety in the patient
- To improve communication with the nurse
- To prevent interference with the recording process (correct)
- To speed up the test process
What information can healthcare professionals obtain by analyzing the waves recorded in an ECG?
What information can healthcare professionals obtain by analyzing the waves recorded in an ECG?
- Muscle strength
- Heart's rhythm and rate (correct)
- Lung capacity
- Blood sugar levels
Why does an ECG not reliably predict future cardiac events?
Why does an ECG not reliably predict future cardiac events?
What is a disadvantage of using an ECG related to patient movement?
What is a disadvantage of using an ECG related to patient movement?
Why does understanding ECG results require special training?
Why does understanding ECG results require special training?
What is the purpose of an ECG?
What is the purpose of an ECG?
How does an ECG work?
How does an ECG work?
What health conditions can be diagnosed using an ECG?
What health conditions can be diagnosed using an ECG?
Why is it important to keep the skin clean and dry before an ECG test?
Why is it important to keep the skin clean and dry before an ECG test?
In what ways can an ECG be used for monitoring treatment?
In what ways can an ECG be used for monitoring treatment?
What is a primary precaution mentioned for using an ECG?
What is a primary precaution mentioned for using an ECG?