NOTE: If the problem lead is a chest lead, one can temporarily swap the lead with another to verify if the problem is with the electrode location or the lead itself (i.e.

Swap out or clean (metal contact) ECG clip if needed. Re-prep electrode location with alcohol and allow to dry before placing new electrode. Midway between V2 and V4 (on top of the 5th rib).įifth intercostal place at the left mid-clavicular line.Īt the horizontal level of V4, at the left anterior line.Īt the horizontal level of V4, at the mid-axillary line. Left lateral side of the upper arm below the shoulder.įorth intercostal place at the right margin of the sternum.įorth intercostal place at the left margin of the sternum. Right lateral side of the upper arm below the shoulder. Listed below are the recommended lead placements. Once the problem lead has been identified perform the following. The disconnection of the LL lead will cause flat lines on lead II and all chest leads. The disconnection of the LA lead will cause flat lines on lead I and all chest leads.

The disconnection of the following leads will cause flat lines on all leads. When performing an ECG test, a 'Leads OFF' indicator located at the bottom right-hand corner of the test screen will inform the end-user where the problem may be. Taking a Holistic Approach toProtect Patients and Staff atthe Point of CareĮCG leads are flat when performing an ECG test.įlat lines normally occur due to the disconnection of specific ECG leads.

12 lead ekg machine