ECG Knowledge Quiz

What does ECG stand for?

• Electrocardiogram
• Enhanced Cardiac Graph

• Electronic Cardiovascular Gauge

• Endoscopic Coronary Generator

What is an electrocardiogram?

• A method for testing lung capacity
• A tool for checking blood sugar levels
• A device used to measure blood pressure
• A test that records the electrical activity of the heart.

The following are components of an ECG waveform EXCEPT...

• P wave

• T wave

• QRS complex

• F wave

How many electrodes does a 12-lead ECG have?

• 8
• 10

• 14
• 6

Where should you place the V1 lead?

• Second intercostal space, right sternal border
• Fifth intercostal space, left sternal border
• Third intercostal space, left sternal border
• Fourth intercostal space, right sternal border

Where should you place the V6 lead?

• Sixth intercostal space at the midaxillary line
• Seventh intercostal space at the midclavicular line
• Fourth intercostal space at the midclavicular line
• Fifth intercostal space at the midaxillary line

Where should you place the V4 lead?

• 5th intercostal space in the midclavicular line on the left side of the chest
• 6th intercostal space in the midaxillary line on the left side of the chest
• 3rd intercostal space in the midclavicular line on the right side of the chest
• 2nd intercostal space in the midclavicular line on the right side of the chest

What type of cardiac rhythm is this?

• Atrial fibrillation
• Ventricular tachycardia
• Bradycardia
• Normal sinus rhythm

What type of cardiac rhythm is this?

• Bradycardia
• Ventricular tachycardia
• Ventricular fibrillation

• Atrial fibrillation

Which type of cardiac rhythm is this?

• Atrial fibrillation
• Sinus rhythm
• Ventricular tachycardia
• Bradycardia