title: Recognizing and reducing interference on 12-lead electrocardiograms.
abstract: The 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) is a diagnostic test used in many different clinical settings. Healthcare professionals who record ECGs as part of their role are often unable to recognize interference that disrupts the quality of the ECG recording. This interference can lead to a reduction in diagnostic quality. Nurses who record ECGs should be able to recognize the commonly encountered forms of interference, and be able to take steps to eliminate, or substantially reduce, this interference whenever possible to ensure the highest possible quality of ECG recording.
authors.forename: Alan
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Davies
mesh_terms: D016477:Artifacts; D002138:Calibration; D003951:Diagnostic Errors / Q000517:prevention & control; D004562:Electrocardiography / Q000379:methods* / Q000592:standards; D004566:Electrodes; D006801:Humans; D009068:Movement; D011786:Quality Control