You Are Putting a New Type of Ambulatory Monitor on Mrs

question 8

Multiple Choice

You are putting a new type of ambulatory monitor on Mrs. Farmer. It uses a five-lead system that is unfamiliar to you. What should you do before placing the electrodes?

• A)Check the facility's policy on lead placement.
• B)Ask a coworker about the unit.
• C)Consult the manufacturer's instructions; they are the best resource for using new equipment.
• D)Get an ambulatory monitor with which you are familiar.

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