H.S theory EKG task cards flashcard

Front

The transmission of the electrical impulse in the heart begins in:

Back

The SA node

Front

The leads aVR, aVL, aVF are:

Back

augmented leads

Front

An erroneous mark that may appear on an EKG strip is:

Back

An artifact

Front

For a 12-lead electrocardiogram, you will apply 12 electrodes to the body

Back

False

Front

Shift in the baseline from the center position of that lead, causes include mechanical problems or somatic interference is known as a wandering baseline

Back

True

Front

Which wave is missing when a PVC appears on the EKG? Options: P, R, S, U

Back

P

Front

Which of the following is an expected finding of impaired conduction through the AV node? Prolonged PR interval, Prolonged QT interval, Prolonged ST interval, Prolonged QRS interval

Back

Prolonged PR interval

Front

Where should electrodes for limb leads be attached?

Back

To fleshy parts of the limbs

Front

The time it takes for electrical impulses to travel from the SA node to the AV node is the :

Back

P-R interval

Front

The precordial leads are four leads that are placed on the chest

Back

False