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Typical tasks undertaken in this profession: 24
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Monitor patients' blood pressure and heart rate using electrocardiogram (EKG) equipment during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to notify the physician if something appears wrong. |
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Explain testing procedures to patient to obtain cooperation and reduce anxiety. |
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Observe gauges, recorder, and video screens of data analysis system during imaging of cardiovascular system. |
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Monitor patients' comfort and safety during tests, alerting physicians to abnormalities or changes in patient responses. |
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Obtain and record patient identification, medical history or test results. |
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Attach electrodes to the patients' chests, arms, and legs, connect electrodes to leads from the electrocardiogram (EKG) machine, and operate the EKG machine to obtain a reading. |
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Adjust equipment and controls according to physicians' orders or established protocol. |
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Prepare and position patients for testing. |
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Check, test, and maintain cardiology equipment, making minor repairs when necessary, to ensure proper operation. |
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Supervise and train other cardiology technologists and students. |
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