Patient Preparation & Skin Prep — ECG Academy Lesson

Why skin prep matters for signal quality — and how to recognize prep problems from the central station.

Learning Objectives

• Explain why skin preparation directly affects the signal quality you see on your screen
• Describe the correct prep sequence so you can communicate specific problems to the bedside team
• Identify electrode placement locations that cause predictable signal problems
• Recognize from the central station when electrodes need to be replaced or repositioned