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EKG Tech Flashcards

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What does ECG stand for?

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Electrocardiogram Performance tool.

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What is the purpose of an ECG ?

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  • Detect electrical heart flow issues
  • Detect changes in heart rhythm
  • Determine heart strength for surgery
  • Evaluate heart condition for medications
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What is an ELECTRODIAGRAPH?

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  • It’s a tool used to produce ECG tracings
  • It has 10 Lead Wires
  • It produces 12 images of electrical heart activity
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What is the TREADMILL TEST?

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Its a non-invasive procedure left on patients between 24-48hrs that’s evaluated on an ambulatory monitor

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What is an AED?

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  • It’s an Automatic External Defibrillator

* Used on unresponsive patients by detecting a rhythm pattern

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What is TRANSTELOPHONIC MONITORING?

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An ambulatory monitoring system that connects to a phone and sends heart report to doctors.

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