Reading an ECG

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When interpreting an ECG, always use the following headings:
  1. Heart rate
  2. Heart rhythm
  3. Cardiac axis
  4. P waves
  5. QRS complexes
  6. ST segment
  7. Q–T interval
  8. T waves



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