How to undertake and record a 12-lead electrocardiogram
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Pooranachandran, V. 2024. How to undertake and record a 12-lead electrocardiogram. Nursing Standard. 40 (2), pp. 62-67. https://doi.org/10.7748/ns.2024.e12382
Type | Article |
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Title | How to undertake and record a 12-lead electrocardiogram |
Authors | Pooranachandran, V. |
Abstract | A 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) is a painless procedure commonly undertaken in healthcare practice. An ECG machine uses cables or 'leads' attached with stick-on electrodes to specific parts of the body to create a series of ECG traces, which are then printed onto graph paper. This provides a recording of the cardiac electrical activity measured from different angles or perspectives. • A 12-lead ECG is a valuable diagnostic tool that has proven effective in detecting various cardiac abnormalities or enabling healthcare professionals to rule them out. • It is a cost-effective investigation that can be performed by any appropriately trained healthcare professional. • Careful preparation and correct electrode and lead placement are crucial to ensure accuracy when recording a 12-lead ECG. How to' articles can help to update your practice and ensure it remains evidence-based. Apply this article to your practice. Reflect on and write a short account of: • How this article might improve your practice when recording a 12-lead ECG. • How you could use this information to educate students or colleagues about the preparation and recording of a 12-lead ECG. [Abstract copyright: © 2024 RCN Publishing Company Ltd. All rights reserved. Not to be copied, transmitted or recorded in any way, in whole or part, without prior permission of the publishers.] |
Keywords | heart attack; cardiology; electrocardiograms; cardiac arrhythmias; tachycardia; cardiorespiratory; atrial fibrillation; heart diseases; clinical |
Sustainable Development Goals | 3 Good health and well-being |
Middlesex University Theme | Health & Wellbeing |
Publisher | RCN Publishing |
Journal | Nursing Standard |
ISSN | 0029-6570 |
Electronic | 2047-9018 |
Publication dates | |
Online | 16 Dec 2024 |
Publication process dates | |
Accepted | 06 Jun 2024 |
Deposited | 18 Feb 2025 |
Output status | Published |
Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.7748/ns.2024.e12382 |
PubMed ID | 39676435 |
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