ECG ECG Lead Placement and Technique 2

Question 1

Where is the V1 precordial electrode correctly placed?

Accepted Answer

4th intercostal space, right sternal border

Answer

V1 is placed in the 4th intercostal space at the right sternal border.

Question 2

Which lead is placed in the 5th intercostal space at the midclavicular line?

Accepted Answer

V4

Answer

V4 sits in the 5th intercostal space at the midclavicular line.

Question 3

Lead V6 should be positioned at which anatomical landmark?

Accepted Answer

Midaxillary line

Answer

V6 is placed at the midaxillary line, level with V4 and V5.

Question 4

The correct order to place V3 is:

Accepted Answer

Between V2 and V4

Answer

V3 is placed midway between V2 and V4.

Question 5

Where is the V2 electrode placed?

Accepted Answer

4th intercostal space, left sternal border

Answer

V2 sits in the 4th intercostal space at the left sternal border.

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