AACN- Lesson 2, ECG Monitoring
System With Questions And Answers
Drag the steps into the correct order for skin prep prior to electrode placement. - Answer - Step 1 -
Wash the site with soap and water, then dry it
Step 2 - Use clippers to remove hair, if it is excessive
Step 3 - Gently abrade the skin
Step 4 - Attach the lead wire to the electrode
Step 5 - Remove electrode backing, making sure center of electrode is moist
Step 6 - Place the electrode in good contact with the skin
Place the electrode to create Lead V1. - Answer - You placed the electrode on the area of the graphic
marked with the number 3.
Place the electrode to create Lead V6. - Answer - You placed the electrode on the area of the graphic
marked with the number 8.
Place the electrode to create Lead V3. - Answer - You placed the electrode on the area of the graphic
marked with the number 5.
Place the positive electrode to create Lead III. - Answer - You placed the electrode on the area of the
graphic marked with the number 10.
Leads V1-V6 are all examples of ______________. - Answer - Unipolar chest leads
How often should you replace the electrodes? (Select 3) - Answer - When needed, if loose, wet, or
triggering false alarms or artifacts
Follow the manufacturer's guidelines
Daily or per unit protocol
System With Questions And Answers
Drag the steps into the correct order for skin prep prior to electrode placement. - Answer - Step 1 -
Wash the site with soap and water, then dry it
Step 2 - Use clippers to remove hair, if it is excessive
Step 3 - Gently abrade the skin
Step 4 - Attach the lead wire to the electrode
Step 5 - Remove electrode backing, making sure center of electrode is moist
Step 6 - Place the electrode in good contact with the skin
Place the electrode to create Lead V1. - Answer - You placed the electrode on the area of the graphic
marked with the number 3.
Place the electrode to create Lead V6. - Answer - You placed the electrode on the area of the graphic
marked with the number 8.
Place the electrode to create Lead V3. - Answer - You placed the electrode on the area of the graphic
marked with the number 5.
Place the positive electrode to create Lead III. - Answer - You placed the electrode on the area of the
graphic marked with the number 10.
Leads V1-V6 are all examples of ______________. - Answer - Unipolar chest leads
How often should you replace the electrodes? (Select 3) - Answer - When needed, if loose, wet, or
triggering false alarms or artifacts
Follow the manufacturer's guidelines
Daily or per unit protocol