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Feasibility of a Novel ECG Electrode Placement Method in Newborn Infants.
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Neonatology (16617800) . Mar2022, Vol. 119 Issue 2, p264-267. 4p. - Publication Year :
- 2022
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Abstract
- Background: International newborn resuscitation guidelines recommend electrocardiogram (ECG) heart rate (HR) monitoring at birth. We evaluated the application time of pre-set ECG electrodes fixed to a polyethene patch allowing adhesive-free attachment to the wet skin of the newborn chest. Objectives: Using a three-electrode pre-set ECG patch configuration, application success was calculated using video analysis and measured at three time points, the time to (1) apply electrodes; (2) detect recognizable QRS complexes after application; and (3) display a HR after application. Method: A prospective observational study in two UK tertiary maternity units was undertaken with 71 newborns including 23 who required resuscitation. Results: The median (IQR) time for ECG patch application was 8 (6–10) seconds, detection of recognizable QRS complexes 8 (2–12) seconds, and time to output HR was 23 (15–37) seconds. Conclusion: Pre-set ECG chest electrodes allow rapid HR information at birth without electrode detachment or compromising skin integrity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Subjects :
- *NEWBORN infants
*ELECTROCARDIOGRAPHY
*ELECTRODES
*HEART beat
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- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 16617800
- Volume :
- 119
- Issue :
- 2
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Neonatology (16617800)
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 155930845
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1159/000521530