Intro Stuff Flashcards
1
Q
Oximeter?
A
An instrument for measuring the proportion of oxygenated hemoglobin in the blood.
2
Q
Medical Record?
A
Written record of the important information regarding a patient, including the care of that individual and the progress of his or her condition.
3
Q
Electrocardiogram?
A
Measures electrical activity of the heart to detect cardiac problems.
4
Q
Holter Monitor?
A
Measures and records your hearts activity (ECG) for 24 to 48 hours.
5
Q
Do ECGs detect the charge on the inside or outside of the cells?
A
Outside.
