CET Holter Monitoring and Ambulatory EKG

Question 1

What is the typical recording duration for a standard Holter monitor?

Accepted Answer

24 to 48 hours

Answer

6 hours

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12 hours

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7 days

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of Holter monitoring?

Accepted Answer

To detect intermittent cardiac arrhythmias not seen on a resting EKG

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To measure continuous blood pressure

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To evaluate lung function

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To monitor neurological activity

Question 3

Which type of electrodes are used in Holter monitoring?

Accepted Answer

Disposable adhesive silver/silver chloride electrodes

Answer

Suction cup electrodes

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Needle electrodes

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Reusable clamp electrodes

Question 4

What is the main purpose of the patient diary in Holter monitoring?

Accepted Answer

To correlate patient symptoms and activities with the cardiac recording

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To record medication dosages taken

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To document food intake and caloric count

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To track blood glucose levels

Question 5

Before attaching Holter monitor electrodes, the technician should prepare the skin by:

Accepted Answer

Cleaning, drying, and lightly abrading the skin

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Applying moisturizing lotion to soften it

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Warming the skin with a heat pad

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Applying a thick layer of gel without other preparation

Question 6

What does the event marker button on a Holter monitor allow the patient to do?

Accepted Answer

Mark the exact time when symptoms are experienced

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Increase the recording speed

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Turn off the device when not needed

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Adjust the heart rate threshold alarm

Question 7

Which of the following is MOST likely to cause artifact in a Holter recording?

Accepted Answer

Loose or improperly adhered electrodes

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Normal respiratory rate

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Sleeping in a supine position

Answer

A resting heart rate below 70 bpm