You are recording an ECG tracing on a female patient who has had a mastectomy. Your responsibilities include:

A. documenting this information on the ECG tracing.
B. using the other side of the woman's chest.
C. placing the electrodes on the patient's back.
D. moving the limb leads to the patient's shoulders and thighs.


Answer: A

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