Introduction to EKG Technology and Applications Chapter 5

Front

The basic electrical activity of the heart is recorded by which machine?

Back

EKG machines

Front

What does EKG stand for?

Back

Electrocardiogram

Front

During depolarization the cells _________.

Back

become more positive inside

Front

What does EKG stand for?

Back

Electrocardiogram

Front

The difference between electrodes, leads, and lead wires is:

Back

Electrodes are sensors, leads are the pathways, and lead wires connect electrodes to the machine.

Front

True or False? Electrocardiogram and echocardiogram are different names for the same test.

Back

False

Front

What does EKG stand for?

Back

Electrocardiogram

Front

The portable EKG machine is used to:

Back

Monitor heart activity

Front

Define the following term: voltage.

Back

difference in electrical charge.

Front

The portable EKG machine is a device used for what purpose?

Back

Monitoring heart activity