Welch Allyn CP 100 12-Lead Resting Electrocardiograph - User Manual - Manual (Page 51)

Directions for Use Chapter 5 Performing ECG Tests 47
4. If the electrocardiograph’s display is blank, press .
5. If prompted to select a lead set type, select Standard or Augmented.
For a description of the augmented pediatric lead set, see
page 4 .
6. If the Lead Status screen appears, as shown here, reattach any leads that are
flashing.
Figure 29. “Lead Status” Screen
The term “Artifact” might also appear on this screen. To eliminate artifact, you might
need to re-prep the patient, use fresh electrodes, or minimize patient motion during
the recording.
The most common ECG problems are poor electrode contact and loose leads.
When all leads have been connected for several seconds, the following screen
appears.
Figure 30. “Ready” Screen
7. Go to the procedure for the type of ECG test you want to perform.
• “Recording an Auto ECG” on page 48
• “Recording a Rhythm ECG” on page 54
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Lead Status
Check lead
C1
C2
Press Auto ECG or Rhythm ECG to
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start
HR: 75