What are the 12 leads of ECG?

The standard EKG leads are denoted as lead I, II, III, aVF, aVR, aVL, V1, V2, V3, V4, V5, V6. Leads I, II, III, aVR, aVL, aVF are denoted the limb leads while the V1, V2, V3, V4, V5, and V6 are precordial leads.

How do you write a normal ECG report?

Documenting the ECG results in the notes

1. Document the time and date that the ECG was performed as this may be significantly different from the time you are documenting.
2. Write the indication for the ECG (e.g. chest pain, tachycardia).
3. Document your interpretation of the ECG (see our guide to interpreting an ECG):

Is a 12-lead ECG a normal ECG?

The standard ECG has 12 leads. Six of the leads are considered “limb leads” because they are placed on the arms and/or legs of the individual. The other six leads are considered “precordial leads” because they are placed on the torso (precordium). The six limb leads are called lead I, II, III, aVL, aVR and aVF.

How do you remember the 12 lead placement?

If you’re using AHA’s system, use this mnemonic to easily recall limb electrode placement:

1. smoke over fire (black lead above the red lead)
2. snow over grass (white lead above the green lead)

What is an abnormal ECG reading?

An abnormal EKG can mean many things. Sometimes an EKG abnormality is a normal variation of a heart’s rhythm, which does not affect your health. Other times, an abnormal EKG can signal a medical emergency, such as a myocardial infarction (heart attack) or a dangerous arrhythmia.

What is a good ECG reading?

If the test is normal, it should show that your heart is beating at an even rate of 60 to 100 beats per minute. Many different heart conditions can show up on an ECG, including a fast, slow, or abnormal heart rhythm, a heart defect, coronary artery disease, heart valve disease, or an enlarged heart.

How do you memorize ECG leads?

Some people find the mnemonic “Ride Your Green Bike” useful for remembering the placement of the limb leads, starting clockwise from the right wrist.

1. Attach the right arm (RA) electrode.
2. Attach the left arm (LA) electrode.
3. Attach the left leg (LL) electrode.
4. Attach the right leg (RL) electrode.

What is abnormal ECG?

An abnormal ECG can mean many things. Sometimes an ECG abnormality is a normal variation of a heart’s rhythm, which does not affect your health. Other times, an abnormal ECG can signal a medical emergency, such as a myocardial infarction /heart attack or a dangerous arrhythmia.