What two factors determine the portion of the heart that each lead "sees"?

What will be an ideal response?


The particular portion of the heart that each lead "sees" is determined by two factors. The first factor is the dominance of the left ventricle on the ECG and the second is the position of the positive electrode on the body.

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The nurse studying the image of nursing in society would conclude that (Select all that apply.)

a. gender roles still strongly drive nursing image and perception. b. portrayal in the popular media affects nursing's image. c. racial and ethnic stereotypes drive viewpoints of caregiving. d. society's view of nursing helps to create media images. e. the status of women strongly influences societal perceptions.

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During the assessment of an elderly client's skin, the nurse notes small areas of hyperpigmentation on the dorsal aspect of the client's hands. The client states, "I've been getting more of these big freckles as I get older."

The nurse realizes this finding is due to: 1. Senile lentigines 2. Cherry angiomas 3. Cutaneous tags 4. Cutaneous horns

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A 47-year-old male has been admitted to the hospital after being found unconscious in a park. Upon regaining consciousness, he admits to heavy alcohol use over many years

Assessment reveals a low body mass index, low electrolyte levels, and impaired skin integrity. Vital signs are within normal ranges. What nursing diagnosis should be prioritized in the care of this client? A) Risk for injury related to chronic alcohol intake B) Deficient knowledge regarding the effects of alcohol intake C) Imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements related to chronic alcohol intake D) Ineffective coping related to effects of chemical use

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A nurse is discussing health maintenance with the parent of a newborn infant. Which statement by the parent indicates understanding of ways to reduce the incidence of otitis media?

a. "I should hold my baby in an upright position during feeding." b. "I should keep my baby out of day care during cold and flu season." c. "My baby should not use a pacifier after 6 months of age." d. "The pneumococcal vaccine will prevent my baby from getting ear infections."

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