ECG Tools

There are various tools that make reading and interpreting the ECG much easier (Figure 3-5). These include:

A photo shows calipers and a straightedge scale.

Figure 3-5 Calipers and an ECG ruler with an axis wheel and straightedge.

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  1. Calipers
  2. ECG ruler
  3. Straightedge

We’ll talk about each of these in detail in this chapter. One quick comment about tools: Although tools make your job easier, it is important not to completely depend upon them. If you do, you will feel helpless when they are not available.