What Is An Electrocardiogram?

Potential Preparation

The potential preparation for an electrocardiogram seems to vary based on which type a patient needs. However, most doctors appear to recommend avoiding alcohol and caffeine before these tests. Patients who need exercise tests may want to avoid eating heavy meals or engaging in intense exercise before their electrocardiogram. They may also want to wear loose clothing to their test. Lipstick may need to be taken off.

A patient seems to need to remove their shirt before an electrocardiogram. The reason appears to be that the technician must attach electrodes to their chest. Removing jewelry and lotions may be needed as well. The lotions seem to make it harder for electrodes to adhere to the patient's skin.

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