Ncct Cma Exam Review (Ekg) Questions
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After performing an EKG, the medical assistant notices wandering baselines in the
precordial leads. Which of the following is the most appropriate next step?
A) replace electrodes on the limb leads
B) make sure that all electronics are off in the room
C) run the EKG again
D) re-evaluate the chest leads - ANSWER✔✔ D
While performing an EKG on a patient, electrodes keep falling off. Which of the
following should the technician do?
A) place tape over the wires of the electrodes
B) clean the skin with soap and water
C) clean the skin with 70% isopropyl
D) reposition the electrodes - ANSWER✔✔ A, C
To prevent wandering baseline artifact, the medical assistant should ensure the
patient is
A) positioned with their hands under the buttocks
B) reminded not to move during the procedure
C) move away from the wall if in hospital bed
D) cleansed with alcohol prep pads - ANSWER✔✔ D
, A series of small uniform spikes on the EKG paper most likely represents
A) wandering baseline
B) somatic tremors
C) interrupted baseline
D) AC interference - ANSWER✔✔ D
To correct a wandering baseline, the technician should
A) unplug the electrical equipment around the EKG
B) have the patient remain still
C) replace loose electrodes
D) replace broken cables - ANSWER✔✔ C
During an EKG, the right leg provides grounding for which leads?
A) Bipolar
B) augmented
C) chest
D) precordial - ANSWER✔✔ B
Where should the V4 electrode be placed on the body?
A) left midclavicular line, 5th intercostal space
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