Artifact on EKG Strips: Causes and How Nurses Fix It
Electrocardiogram (EKG or ECG) interpretation is a critical skill for every RN nurse, registered nurse, and nursing student preparing for the NCLEX. While many EKG readings show real cardiac activity, sometimes unusual markings appear on the strip that are not caused by the patient’s heart. These are known as artifacts, and they can confuse both … Read more