The Nurse Is Preparing to Apply Electrodes for Continuous Cardiac

question 5

Multiple Choice

The nurse is preparing to apply electrodes for continuous cardiac monitoring to a newly admitted adult with syncope.Which action by the nurse follows appropriate procedure?

• A)Cleanse and prepare the chest area for electrode placement with chlorhexidine.
• B)Use a blanket to cover the patient's abdomen while the limb electrodes are being placed.
• C)Scrape the area to roughen the dermis layer of skin to allow electrical signals to travel more easily.
• D)Place the patient in a supine position.