3 Lead ECG monitoring Flashcards
1
Q
3 Lead Electrocardiography
A
Need to:
- Identify the cardiac rhythm
- Early recognition of peri-arrest states and prompt treatment may prevent arrest
- At risk patients may: chest pain, collapse, syncope, palpitations, shock, post arrest, response to treatment
2
Q
3 Lead Electrocardiography
How to read a rhythm strip
6 stage approach
01
A
Is there coordinated electrical activity?
If there is no electrical activity:
- Check patient
- Check leads
- Check again
3
Q
3 Lead Electrocardiography
How to read a rhythm strip
6 stage approach
02
A
What is the ventricular (QRS) rate?
4
Q
3 Lead Electrocardiography
How to read a rhythm strip
6 stage approach
03
A
3 Lead Electrocardiography
How to read a rhythm strip
6 stage approach
04
Is the QRS width normal or prolonged
5
Q
3 Lead Electrocardiography
How to read a rhythm strip
6 stage approach
05
Is atrial activity present
A
3 Lead Electrocardiography
How to read a rhythm strip
6 stage approach
06
How is atrial activity related to ventricular activity?
