ECGs Flashcards

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1
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what does an ECG stand for?

A

Electro cardio graph

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2
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What is an ECG used for?

A

To check and monitor the electrical activity of the heart

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3
Q

What is a p wave?

A

The electrical activity during the atrial systole

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4
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what is a QRS complex?

A

Electrical activity during ventrical systole

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what is a T wave?

A

ventricular repolarisation - recovery of ventricular walls

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