Intro to EKG Interpretation - EKG Leads

Learn the fundamentals of EKG/ECG leads in this comprehensive 20-minute lecture. Explore the basic principles behind their functionality, spatial orientation, and anatomical correlations. Discover proper electrode placement techniques and gain insights into the standard limb leads, augmented limb leads, the hexaxial system, and precordial leads. Understand the spatial relationships between leads and their anatomical significance. Ideal for medical students, healthcare professionals, and anyone interested in cardiac monitoring, this video provides a solid foundation for EKG interpretation skills.

Intro
What is a Lead?
The Set-Up
Standard Limb Leads
Augmented Limb Leads
The Hexaxial System
Precordial Leads
Spatial Relationships Between Leads
Anatomic Correlations