Electrical safety is maintained while performing an ECG by all of the following except:

A. ensuring that the bed or examination table is not touching the wall or any electrical equipment.
B. removing any electrical equipment from the patient's body.
C. removing the plug from the electrical outlet by pulling it out by the prong connection.
D. checking the insulation on the electrical cord for cracks or frays.


Answer: B

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