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I have a handheld ecg monitor. if i was having a heart attack would that show irregularities?
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Probably: Ecg monitors provide information as to rate, rhythm and pattern of our heart. When a person is having an acute "heart attack" , usually the pattern of the normal heart changes. The pattern may show elevations in areas that are not there in normal or non-ischemic hearts or irregular heart beats. If you think you are having a heart attack, immediately seek out medical attention or call 911.
Answered 1/16/2015
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Yes: If properly connected. Checking one' s pulse is also relatively straightforward.
Answered 1/16/2015
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