For the Acquisition of a 4-Lead Tracing, Why Is the Skin

question 43

Multiple Choice

For the acquisition of a 4-lead tracing, why is the skin cleansed, dried, and shaved of hair (if necessary) prior to applying the ECG electrodes?

• A) Because ECG monitoring is a sterile procedure
• B) To decrease the amount of energy needed should the patient need to be defibrillated
• C) To enhance the conductivity between the electrode and the skin
• D) Because it makes the heart more responsive to defibrillatory shocks

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