Preparing The Patient For Electrode Application; Applying Electrodes To The Patient - ZOLL X Series Operator's Manual

Preparing the Patient for Electrode Application

The proper application of electrodes is essential for high quality ECG monitoring. Good contact
between the electrode and skin minimizes motion artifact and signal interference.
Before applying electrodes, prepare the patient's skin, as necessary:
Shave or clip excess hair at electrode site.
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Clean oily skin with an alcohol pad.
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Rub site briskly to dry.
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Applying Electrodes to the Patient

Depending on local usage, ECG lead wires are marked with certain labels. Refer to the
following table for labels and color codes for the different lead sets
Location
Right Arm
Right Leg
1
American Heart Association
2
International Electrotechnical Commission
Patients should be in a resting, supine position when performing 12-Lead ECG monitoring.
ZOLL Medical Corporation recommends placing the limb electrodes anywhere along the
ankles and wrists.
Avoid placing electrodes over tendons and major muscle masses.
Make sure that the ECG electrodes are placed to allow defibrillation, if necessary.
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Left Arm
Left Leg
Chest
Chest
Chest
Chest
Chest
Chest
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AHA Labels
RA (white)
LA (black)
RL (green)
LL (red)
V1
V2
V3
V4
V5
V6
12-Lead ECG Monitoring Setup
2
IEC Labels
R (red)
L (yellow)
N (black)
F (green)
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
C6
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