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WHAT ARE SYMPTOMS OF ANGINA AND MI : A comparison

Angina                                                                       Pain in Chest occurs during exertion,cold,heavy meals etc.                    Chest pain is felt during effort and it is relieved by rest.         Pain lasts for 5-10 minutes.                                             Relief is obtained with Nitrites.                                    Vomiting is absent.                                          ...

NURSING IMPLICATIONS FOR ECG RECORDING

NURSING IMPLICATIONS FOR ECG RECORDING No special preparation for the patient is necessary to take an ECG. The female patient should put on a gown with its opening in front. If the patient needs to be transported to the ECG department,transport him on a trolley ; never allow him to walk till diagnosis is confirmed. Ask the patient to lie flat and relax. To prevent unnecessary disturbance from the bystanders keep them away from patient. Check the ECG machine is functioning properly. The machine should be properly grounded. There should be good contact between the patience skin and electrodes of the machine. Apply electrode jelly to the skin where the electrodes are applied. Select the correct limp leads, R.A-to the Right Arm                                             L.A-to the left Arm                       ...

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