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ECG MONITORING
2. Connect the ECG Lead Set to ECG Patient Cable
Connect an appropriate ECG 3-Lead Set (1 meter length) to the ECG Patient Cable (2
meter length). ECG 3-Lead Sets are available in AAMI or IEC colors, snaps
(adult/pediatric), or mini-clip (neo) lead sets that to attach to the ECG electrodes.
Note:
The ECG Lead Set and ECG Patient Cable Yoke Receptacle are keyed so that they
can only be inserted in one orientation. Refer to Figure 3.
Note:
Once the ECG Lead Set and ECG Patient Cable are connected the colored dots on
the Yoke and Lead Set should match. The label on the Yoke is also a quick guide to general
electrode placement. Refer to the ELECTRODE PLACEMENT section for additional
information for electrode placement.
3. Select and prepare the electrodes.
Pregelled, Ag/AgCl disposable electrodes are recommend.
Depending on the situation, you may want to use either the short-term (foam-backed) or
long-term (cloth-backed) electrodes.
Do not use electrodes after their expiration date, or if the gel has dried out.
4. Prepare the patient's skin for applying the electrodes.
Getting a good quality ECG signal depends largely on how good the contact is between the
electrodes and the patient's skin.
To help assure this, you should first clip or shave any excess hair and remove any skin
residue or oils using an alcohol pad.
To reduce skin impedance, mildly abrade only the electrode contact site using ultrafine
sandpaper (220-400 grit).
For diaphoretic patients, use a benzoin prep to assure tighter adherence of the electrode.
5. Apply the electrodes to the patient.
Apply the pad by using a circular motion on the adhesive area first, then pressing on the gel
area gently, to avoid squeezing out the gel.
Please refer to the diagrams on the following pages for guidance on proper electrode
placement.
You should change the electrodes every 24-48 hours to maintain a good quality ECG
signal.
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Figure 3: ECG Lead Set connected on ECG Patient Cable Yoke
ECG Patient Cable Yoke Receptacle
ECG Lead Set
ECG Lead Set inserted into ECG Cable Yoke
Match colored dots on Yoke and Lead Set
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