EKG Tech Flashcards
1
Q
What does ECG stand for?
A
Electrocardiogram Performance tool.
2
Q
What is the purpose of an ECG ?
A
- Detect electrical heart flow issues
- Detect changes in heart rhythm
- Determine heart strength for surgery
- Evaluate heart condition for medications
3
Q
What is an ELECTRODIAGRAPH?
A
- It’s a tool used to produce ECG tracings
- It has 10 Lead Wires
- It produces 12 images of electrical heart activity
4
Q
What is the TREADMILL TEST?
A
Its a non-invasive procedure left on patients between 24-48hrs that’s evaluated on an ambulatory monitor
5
Q
What is an AED?
A
- It’s an Automatic External Defibrillator
* Used on unresponsive patients by detecting a rhythm pattern
6
Q
What is TRANSTELOPHONIC MONITORING?
A
An ambulatory monitoring system that connects to a phone and sends heart report to doctors.