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Indicate that heart activity can be monitored using ECG, pulse rate, and by listening to the sounds of closing valves.

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Indicate that heart activity can be monitored using ECG, pulse rate, and by listening to the sounds of closing valves

  • This point belongs to Heart, especially Heart outcomes.
  • You need to be able to indicate that heart activity can be monitored using ECG, pulse rate, and by listening to the sounds of closing valves.
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Methods to Monitor Heart Activity

Three common methods to monitor heart activity are: 1. Electrocardiogram (ECG) 2. Measuring pulse rate 3. Listening to the sounds of closing heart valves using a stethoscope.

  1. a

    State one method used to monitor heart activity.

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    [1]
  2. b

    Identify two other ways to monitor heart activity besides ECG.

    Aim for approximately 2 distinct marking points.

    [2]
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