The Role of the EKG Technician Chapter 1

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Describe the role of the EKG technician and identify healthcare settings in which EKG technicians work.

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EKG technicians perform electrocardiograms and work in hospitals, clinics, and private practices.

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Define the term: electrocardiogram (EKG).

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A recording in visible form of the electrical activity of a patient’s heart; also called ECG.

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Define the term: cardiologist.

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a doctor specializing in the health of the heart.

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Identify the healthcare settings in which EKG technicians work: Hospitals and clinics, Schools and universities, Corporate offices, Retail stores

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Hospitals and clinics

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Finish this sentence using the key terms below: _______ perform _____. These tests can help _______ and other providers make a _______. Key terms: EKG(s), diagnosis, cardiologist(s), EKG technician(s).

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EKG technicians perform EKGs. These tests can help cardiologists and other providers make a diagnosis.

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Define the term 'acute care'.

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Care provided in an inpatient setting such as a hospital where the emphasis is on providing short-term, immediate care for illnesses and injuries.

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Define the term 'inpatient treatment'.

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Care provided to a patient who has been admitted to a hospital.

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Define the term 'myocardial infarction'.

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A condition that occurs when the heart muscle does not receive enough oxygen because blood flow is blocked; also called heart attack.

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Define the term 'scope of practice'.

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A description of the duties a healthcare worker is expected and legally allowed to perform.

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Define the term 'soft skills'.

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Soft skills refer to personal attributes that enable someone to interact effectively and harmoniously with other people.