Intensive Care Nursing/12-Lead Electrocardiogram/12 Lead-Electrocardiogram Quiz

1 Which of the following are part of the conduction system?

SA node
AV bundle
Purkinje fibers
Right ventricle

2 Which of the following items are needed for an electrocardiogram?

ECG machine
Electrodes
Lead wires
Clippers

3 Where is the V2 electrode placed?

Fourth intercostal space, right sternal border
Fourth intercostal space, left sternal border
Fifth intercostal space, right sternal border
Fifth intercostal space, left sternal border

4 Where is the V6 electrode placed?

Fourth intercostal space, anterior axillary line
Fourth intercostal space, midaxillary line
Fifth intercostal space, anterior axillary line
Fifth intercostal space, midaxillary line

5 Which of the following considerations is most applicable to an adult who is older?

Use of smaller electrodes
Restraints to maintain position
Consideration for skin fragility
Use of alternative communication techniques

6 Which of the following symptoms may indicate need for more questions by the HCW when performing a 12 lead EKG?

Chest pain
Palpitations
Shortness of breath
Sore throat