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Operation
Introductory Notes
This section describes how to use the various IQecg
®
features and the operational sequence most users will follow. This does not mean
that a user is restricted to following this particular sequence. There are certain sequences that must always be followed, such as
entering a patient’s medical data prior to acquiring an ECG. However, this program is designed to be both user-friendly and flexible.
Many of the features are interconnected and can be accessed from more than one screen. The menu bar, buttons, or tabs on each
screen lead the user to a different screen or feature. To enter any of these screens, click once on the appropriate selection.
For user convenience, we have included a condensed guide to the operation of the IQecg
®
with new patients in “Appendix A –
Operations at a Glance – Standard 12-lead ECG”.
Patient Preparation
Careful preparation of the patient’s electrode sites is important for obtaining an interference-free ECG and accurate result. The
skin is naturally a poor conductor of electricity and frequently creates artifacts that distort the ECG signal due to dry or dead
epidermal cells, oils, sweat, and dirt. Well-managed skin
preparation will reduce the resistive barrier that causes muscle noise and baseline wander, ensuring high- quality signal and test data.
Patient Position
The patient should be placed comfortably in a supine position. Any variation should be noted on the ECG report.
Prepare Patient Skin
• Shave hair from electrode sites, if necessary. (Reference diagrams below.)
• Rub skin with alcohol wipes. Allow the skin to air dry.
Electrodes
Check to ensure that the electrodes are fresh and sticky. The technician’s fingers must be clean and free of
lotion when handling electrodes:
• Adhere the electrodes to the electrode sites on the patient.
• Attach the ECG clips from the patient cable to the electrodes according to the leadwire labels or color coding.
WARNING
The IQecg
®
module has been designed and tested to meet IEC 60601-2-25 and
AAMI EC11 defibrillation protection standards. In the event of defibrillation, follow the
instructions on your defibrillator and adhere to all warnings and cautions.
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