EKG technician vocab

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

a healthcare worker who performs or assists with different types of EKG tests.

determination of medical condition by a doctor

a doctor specializing in the health of the heart.

care provided in an outpatient setting such as a doctor’s office or urgent care center.

care provided without the patient being admitted to a hospital.

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

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

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

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