Directions for Use Chapter 5 Performing ECG Tests 55
4. If the electrocardiograph’s display is blank, press .
5. If prompted to select a lead set type, select Standard or Augmented.
For a description of the augmented pediatric lead set, see
page 4.
6. If the Lead Status screen appears, as shown here, reattach any leads that are
flashing.
Figure 34. “Lead Status” Screen
The term “Artifact” might also appear on this screen. To eliminate artifact, you might
need to re-prep the patient, use fresh electrodes, or minimize patient motion during
the recording.
The most common ECG problems are poor electrode contact and loose leads.
When all leads have been connected for several seconds, the following screen
appears.
Figure 35. “ECG Preview” Screen
7. (Optional) Use the softkeys as desired.
For details, see
“Adjusting the ECG Waveforms” on page 68.
8. Go to the procedure for the type of ECG test you want to perform.
•
“Recording an Auto ECG” on page 56
• “Recording a Rhythm ECG” on page 63
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Lead Status
Check lead
V1
V2
ECG Preview
AUTO 25 mm/s
Gain
Muscle
Filter
OFF
Baseline
Filter
OFF
SpeedLeads
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I
II
III
HR: 75
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