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EKG Analysis
Also known as ECG, an electrocardiogram is the first step in examining the heart and how well it is functioning. EKG analysis can pinpoint if certain heart conditions exist and may be cause for further testing.
A brief explanation of several of the more common EKG waveforms which may be encountered during a cardiac emergency response. This reference guide is by no means complete and is merely intended as a refresher resource. Interpreting an EKG waveform should be performed by certified medical professionals only. Ventricular Fibrillation EKG Characteristics: Ventricular fibrillation exhibits a chaotic rhythm and unmeasurable rate. QRS complexes are non-identifiable as are T and P-waves. The P-R interval is not measurable. Rhythm Chaotic Rate Unmeasurable QRS Absent P wave Absent P-R interval Not measurable Additional Info – What Causes Ventricular Fibrillation? Ventricular fibrillation, also called V-fib, …
Introduction Modern day Electrocardiography (ECG) is a key component in the beginning evaluation of individuals who exhibit cardiac symptoms. ECGs are essential because of their relatively low cost and their non-invasive procedures in the initial assessment of heart conditions like ischemic heart disease and arrhythmias. An ECG is often the first tool used in the diagnostic process, and medical professionals from EMTs to specialists are often required to read the results. The widespread use of ECGs across the medical field and by those who do not specialize in heart conditions often leads to the results being misunderstood, especially by medical …