The ECG Leads Labeled V₁, V₂, V₃, V₄, V₅, and V₆

question 22

Multiple Choice

The ECG leads labeled V₁, V₂, V₃, V₄, V₅, and V₆ are known as:

• A) precordial leads.
• B) thoracic leads.
• C) cardiac leads.
• D) limb leads.

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