EKG certification chapter 7

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Last updated 1:16 AM on 5/26/26
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Artifact

interference with recording of the EKG tracing, distorts tracing making it impossible to properly interpret rhythms.

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What can cause EKG afrtifact?

-Environment factors

-Problems with equipment

-Patient conditions

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Should artifact be reduced or eliminated before the tracing is given to the provider?

Yes

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Negative Pressure Room

Room that keeps pathogens from infecting other areas of the facility.

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Somatic Tremor Artifact

Artifact that makes fine, choppy distortion of EKG tracing, caused by tremors or shivering

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