Module 2 - EKG Acquisition Flashcards
four chambers
two atria and two ventricles
interatrial septum
dividing wall between the atria
three distinct layers
epicardium, myocardium, endocardium
Tricuspid and Bicuspid
the atrioventricular valves lie between the atria and the ventricles
pulmonary valve
lies between the right ventricle and pulmonary arteries
aortic valve
lies between the right ventricle and pulmonary arteries
aortic valve
lies between the left ventricle and the aorta
Laying positions
supine position (all the way down)
Semi Fowler’s position (half up)
If itching, swelling or redness
call provider
AVL, AVR, AVF
unipolar
V4
fifth ICS, midclavicular line
V5
fifth ICS, midway between V4 and V6, at the anterior axillary line
V6
fifth ICS, at the midaxillary line
Somatic Tremor causes
shivering or active seizure